How far is Kalamazoo, MI from Detroit, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Kalamazoo and Detroit is 129.88 miles (209.02 km).
Flight distance from Kalamazoo, MI to Detroit, MI is 129.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Kalamazoo to Detroit with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Kalamazoo, Michigan to Detroit, Michigan is: 139.72 miles (224.86 km) by car.
Driving from Kalamazoo to Detroit will take approximately 02 hours 09 minutes.
#1 Kalamazoo
The second most populous city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It is located on the Kalamazoo River in southwestern Michigan. Kalamazoo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Kalamazoo Valley Museum and the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.
| Population | 76009 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°17'30"N 85°35'14"W |
| Latitude | 42.2917100 |
| Longitude | -85.5872300 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| 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 Kalamazoo and Detroit
The distance between Kalamazoo and Detroit is 225 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 29 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 Kalamazoo and Detroit. The current time is 06:09:33.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 29 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.66 liters (4.93 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Kalamazoo and Detroit.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Kalamazoo to Detroit is $16.54 (diesel $21.23).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $16.54 | $19.01 | $21.45 | $21.23 |
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 Kalamazoo and Detroit (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
