How far is Grand Rapids, MI from Detroit, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Grand Rapids and Detroit is 140.23 miles (225.68 km).
Flight distance from Grand Rapids, MI to Detroit, MI is 140.23 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Grand Rapids to Detroit with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Grand Rapids, Michigan to Detroit, Michigan is: 157.51 miles (253.48 km) by car.
Driving from Grand Rapids to Detroit will take approximately 02 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Grand Rapids
The second most populous city in Michigan. It is located in the western part of the state. Grand Rapids is known for its many breweries, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
| Population | 200031 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°57'48"N 85°40'5"W |
| Latitude | 42.9633600 |
| Longitude | -85.6680900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Detroit
The twenty-fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Detroit metropolitan area. It is located on the Detroit River in southeastern Michigan. Detroit was once a major center for the automobile industry, but it has struggled in recent years.
| Population | 665369 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°19'53"N 83°2'45"W |
| Latitude | 42.3314300 |
| Longitude | -83.0457500 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Detroit: Cadillac Square (-83.04575,42.331399)
Estimated Travel Time Between Grand Rapids and Detroit
The distance between Grand Rapids and Detroit is 253 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 48 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Grand Rapids and Detroit. The current time is 03:22:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 14 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 56 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 37 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.04 liters (5.56 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Grand Rapids and Detroit.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Grand Rapids to Detroit is $18.65 (diesel $23.93).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $18.65 | $21.43 | $24.18 | $23.93 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Michigan ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.355 (Diesel $4.306) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Grand Rapids and Detroit (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Clinton Township, MI to Grand Rapids 169.54 miles (273 km)
Driving distance from Farmington Hills, MI to Grand Rapids 137.23 miles (221 km)
