Distance from Detroit to Rochester by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Rochester (NY) is 282 miles or 453 kilometers or 245 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Rochester is 315 miles (507 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 33 miles or 54 km.

Detroit to Rochester Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Rochester, NY

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Rochester, New York is 315 miles or 507 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Rochester, NY is 315 miles or 507 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Rochester, New York.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Rochester, New York is approximately 315 miles (507 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 6 to 7 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Rochester, NY

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Rochester, NY?
The total driving time is 6 hours, 28 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Rochester take?
Detroit and Rochester are 6 hours 28 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 Rochester

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

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Rochester
2025-12-21, 08:35:14 EST	2025-12-21, 08:35:14 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	315 mi	507 km	273.55 nmi
Straight line distance	282 mi	453 km	245 nmi
Difference	33 mi	54 km	28 nmi

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