Distance from Detroit to Manhattan by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Manhattan (NY) is 481 miles or 774 kilometers or 418 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Manhattan is 619 miles (997 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 138 miles or 223 km.

Detroit to Manhattan Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Manhattan, NY

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Manhattan, New York is 619 miles or 997 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Manhattan, NY is 619 miles or 997 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Manhattan, New York.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Manhattan, New York is approximately 619 miles (997 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 Manhattan, NY

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Manhattan, NY?
The total driving time is 11 hours, 37 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Manhattan take?
Detroit and Manhattan are 11 hours 37 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 Manhattan

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Manhattan (NY) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Manhattan
2025-12-18, 02:50:14 EST	2025-12-18, 02:50:14 EST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Manhattan New York, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	619 mi	997 km	537.54 nmi
Straight line distance	481 mi	774 km	418 nmi
Difference	138 mi	223 km	119 nmi

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