Distance from San Diego to Detroit by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Diego (CA) to Detroit (MI) is 1969 miles or 3168 kilometers or 1710 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Diego to Detroit is 2344 miles (3773 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 375 miles or 605 km.

San Diego to Detroit Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Diego, CA to Detroit, MI

The driving distance from San Diego, California to Detroit, Michigan is 2344 miles or 3773 km.
The total driving distance from San Diego, CA to Detroit, MI is 2344 miles or 3773 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Diego, California. It ends in Detroit, Michigan.
The driving distance from San Diego, California to Detroit, Michigan is approximately 2344 miles (3773 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 San Diego, CA to Detroit, MI

How long is the drive from San Diego, CA to Detroit, MI?
The total driving time is 41 hours, 17 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Diego to Detroit take?
San Diego and Detroit are 41 hours 17 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 San Diego and Detroit

Time difference between San Diego (CA) and Detroit (MI) is 3 Hours.
Detroit time is 3 Hours ahead of San Diego.

Current local time in San Diego	Current local time in Detroit
2025-12-19, 01:28:49 PST	2025-12-19, 04:28:49 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2344 mi	3773 km	2035.53 nmi
Straight line distance	1969 mi	3168 km	1710 nmi
Difference	375 mi	605 km	325 nmi

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