Distance from Detroit to Vancouver by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Vancouver (WA) is 1963 miles or 3159 kilometers or 1705 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Vancouver is 2393 miles (3852 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 430 miles or 693 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Vancouver, WA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Vancouver is 1963 miles or 3159 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Vancouver, is Portland International Airport (PDX).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Vancouver?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Vancouver, WA is 4 hours 30 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Vancouver Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Vancouver, WA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Vancouver, Washington is 2393 miles or 3852 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Vancouver, WA is 2393 miles or 3852 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Vancouver, Washington.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Vancouver, Washington is approximately 2393 miles (3852 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 41 to 42 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Vancouver, WA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Vancouver, WA?
The total driving time is 41 hours, 36 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Vancouver take?
Detroit and Vancouver are 41 hours 36 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 Vancouver

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Vancouver (WA) is 2 Hours.
Vancouver time is 2 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Vancouver
2025-12-14, 21:51:47 EST2025-12-14, 19:51:47 MST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Vancouver Washington, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2393 mi 3852 km 2078.08 nmi
Straight line distance 1963 mi 3159 km 1705 nmi
Difference 430 mi 693 km 373 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
Nearest airports to Detroit

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Vancouver Details

Vancouver is located in Washington, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 45° 38' 19.4'' Longitude: W 122° 39' 41.4''
Latitude45.63873
Longitude-122.66149
StateWashington
Nearest airports to Vancouver

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Vancouver, WA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 80 hours 15 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 60 hours 11 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 53 hours 30 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 48 hours 9 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 43 hours 46 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 40 hours 7 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 37 hours 2 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 34 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 32 hours 6 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 30 hours 5 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 28 hours 19 minutes