Distance from Detroit to New York City (United States)

The distance between Detroit, Michigan and New York City, New York is 775 kilometers (482 miles).

Detroit, Michigan, United States

New York City, New York, United States

Detroit is located in the Midwest region of the United States, while New York City is situated on the East Coast, both being major urban centers with significant cultural and economic influence. The straight-line distance between them is 775 kilometers, heading east.

Detroit is situated at an altitude of 192 meters above sea level, while New York City is at 57 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Detroit to New York City covers approximately 998 kilometers, primarily via I-80 E and I-76 E, passing through Ohio and Pennsylvania, offering views of urban and rural landscapes.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Appalachian Mountains.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Detroit to New York City traverses the Great Lakes region, the Appalachian Mountains, and urban areas, highlighting the diverse geography of the northeastern United States.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring for mild weather and blooming parks or in autumn for vibrant foliage and cultural events in New York City.

Climate

New York City generally experiences more humid summers and milder winters compared to Detroit, with a noticeable difference in precipitation levels.

Accessibility

New York City offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, providing more options compared to Detroit for visitors with mobility needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 12-14 hours
Car 10-12 hours
Helicopter 4-5 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
30 km/h
60 km/h
90 km/h
120 km/h
Detroit, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Detroit

Coordinates: 42.3314° N 83.0458° W

Elevation: 192 m (630 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Detroit City Airport (DET)
  • Windsor Airport (YQG)
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
  • Selfridge Air National Guard Base (MTC)
  • Willow Run Airport (YIP)
New York City, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 40.7143° N 74.006° W

Elevation: 57 m (187 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Downtown-Manhattan/Wall St Heliport (JRB)
  • West 30th St. Heliport (JRA)
  • La Guardia Airport (LGA)
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
  • Teterboro Airport (TEB)

Other distances from Detroit

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Detroit to New York City 775 km
From Detroit to Los Angeles 3,192 km
From Detroit to Chicago 385 km
From Detroit to Houston 1,778 km
From Detroit to Phoenix 2,721 km

Other distances from New York City

Distances between cities Kilometers
From New York City to Los Angeles 3,944 km
From New York City to Chicago 1,149 km
From New York City to Houston 2,283 km
From New York City to Phoenix 3,451 km
From New York City to Philadelphia 130 km

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