Distance from Detroit to Raleigh by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Raleigh (NC) is 508 miles or 817 kilometers or 441 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Raleigh is 687 miles (1107 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 179 miles or 290 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Raleigh, NC in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Raleigh is 508 miles or 817 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Raleigh, is Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Raleigh?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Raleigh, NC is 1 hours 10 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Raleigh Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Raleigh, NC

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Raleigh, North Carolina is 687 miles or 1107 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Raleigh, NC is 687 miles or 1107 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Raleigh, North Carolina.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Raleigh, North Carolina is approximately 687 miles (1107 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 13 to 14 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Raleigh, NC

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Raleigh, NC?
The total driving time is 13 hours, 11 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Raleigh take?
Detroit and Raleigh are 13 hours 11 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 Raleigh

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Raleigh (NC) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Raleigh
2025-12-19, 04:29:49 EST2025-12-19, 04:29:49 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Raleigh North Carolina, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 687 mi 1107 km 596.59 nmi
Straight line distance 508 mi 817 km 441 nmi
Difference 179 mi 290 km 155 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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Raleigh Details

Raleigh is located in North Carolina, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 49' 48.7'' Longitude: W 78° 38' 29.4''
Latitude35.8302
Longitude-78.64149
StateNorth Carolina
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Raleigh, NC
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 23 hours 3 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 17 hours 17 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 15 hours 22 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 13 hours 50 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 12 hours 34 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 11 hours 31 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 10 hours 38 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 9 hours 53 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 9 hours 13 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 8 hours 38 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 8 hours 8 minutes