Distance from Detroit to Sacramento by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Sacramento (CA) is 2021 miles or 3252 kilometers or 1755 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Sacramento is 2313 miles (3724 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 292 miles or 472 km.

Detroit to Sacramento Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Sacramento, CA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Sacramento, California is 2313 miles or 3724 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Sacramento, CA is 2313 miles or 3724 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Sacramento, California.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Sacramento, California is approximately 2313 miles (3724 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 39 to 40 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Sacramento, CA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Sacramento, CA?
The total driving time is 39 hours, 56 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Sacramento take?
Detroit and Sacramento are 39 hours 56 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 Sacramento

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Sacramento (CA) is 3 Hours.
Sacramento time is 3 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Sacramento
2025-12-15, 17:46:10 EST	2025-12-15, 14:46:10 PST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Sacramento California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2313 mi	3724 km	2008.61 nmi
Straight line distance	2021 mi	3252 km	1755 nmi
Difference	292 mi	472 km	253 nmi

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