How far is Pontiac, MI from Detroit, MI?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Pontiac and Detroit is 24.65 miles (39.67 km).

Flight distance from Pontiac, MI to Detroit, MI is 24.65 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Pontiac, Michigan to Detroit, Michigan is: 30.81 miles (49.58 km) by car.

Driving from Pontiac to Detroit will take approximately 00 hours 32 minutes.

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#1 Pontiac

The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. It is located on the Clinton River in the Detroit metropolitan area. Pontiac was once a major automobile manufacturing city, and it is now known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Pontiac Silverdome and the Pontiac Museum.

Population 58911
GPS Coordinates 42°38'20"N 83°17'28"W
Latitude 42.6389200
Longitude -83.2910500
Altitude 281
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Pontiac and Detroit

The distance between Pontiac and Detroit is 50 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 33 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 Pontiac and Detroit. The current time is 04:55:01.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 01 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 46 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 36 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 30 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 26 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 24 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 23 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.12 liters (1.09 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Pontiac and Detroit.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Pontiac to Detroit is $3.65 (diesel $4.68).

Michigan gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.86 $4.35 $4.31
Total $3.65 $4.19 $4.73 $4.68

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 November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Pontiac 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

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Driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Pontiac 43.83 miles (71 km)

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Driving distance from Farmington Hills, MI to Pontiac 13.45 miles (22 km)

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Driving distance from Grand Rapids, MI to Pontiac 153.39 miles (247 km)

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Driving distance from Kalamazoo, MI to Pontiac 140.61 miles (226 km)

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