Distance from Detroit to Jersey City by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Jersey City (NJ) is 477 miles or 768 kilometers or 414 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Jersey City is 610 miles (982 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 133 miles or 214 km.

Detroit to Jersey City Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Jersey City, NJ

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Jersey City, New Jersey is 610 miles or 982 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Jersey City, NJ is 610 miles or 982 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Jersey City, New Jersey.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Jersey City, New Jersey is approximately 610 miles (982 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 11 to 12 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Jersey City, NJ

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Jersey City, NJ?
The total driving time is 11 hours, 27 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Jersey City take?
Detroit and Jersey City are 11 hours 27 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Jersey City

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Jersey City (NJ) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Jersey City
2025-12-17, 05:45:35 EST	2025-12-17, 05:45:35 EST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Jersey City New Jersey, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	610 mi	982 km	529.72 nmi
Straight line distance	477 mi	768 km	414 nmi
Difference	133 mi	214 km	115 nmi

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