Distance from Detroit to Huntsville by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Huntsville (AL) is 563 miles or 905 kilometers or 489 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Huntsville is 640 miles (1030 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 77 miles or 125 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Huntsville, AL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Huntsville is 563 miles or 905 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Huntsville, is Nashville International Airport (BNA).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Huntsville?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Huntsville, AL is 1 hours 17 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Huntsville Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Detroit, MI and Huntsville, AL
This map shows the distance from Detroit, MI, Usa to Huntsville, AL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Detroit, Michigan to Huntsville, Alabama is displayed below.

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Huntsville, AL

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Huntsville, Alabama is 640 miles or 1030 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Huntsville, AL is 640 miles or 1030 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Huntsville, Alabama.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Huntsville, Alabama is approximately 640 miles (1030 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 12 to 13 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Huntsville, AL

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Huntsville, AL?
The total driving time is 12 hours, 4 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Huntsville take?
Detroit and Huntsville are 12 hours 4 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Detroit and Huntsville

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Huntsville (AL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Huntsville
2025-12-20, 06:05:50 EST2025-12-20, 06:05:50 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Huntsville Alabama, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Detroit, MI and Huntsville, AL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 640 mi 1030 km 555.78 nmi
Straight line distance 563 mi 905 km 489 nmi
Difference 77 mi 125 km 66 nmi

Detroit Details

Detroit is located in Michigan, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 19' 53.1'' Longitude: W 83° 2' 44.7''
Latitude42.33143
Longitude-83.04575
StateMichigan
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Huntsville Details

Huntsville is located in Alabama, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 42' 4.5'' Longitude: W 86° 40' 22.5''
Latitude34.70126
Longitude-86.67291
StateAlabama
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Huntsville, AL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 21 hours 27 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 16 hours 5 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 14 hours 18 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 12 hours 52 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 11 hours 42 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 10 hours 43 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 9 hours 54 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 9 hours 11 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 8 hours 35 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 8 hours 2 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 7 hours 34 minutes