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.

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#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
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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 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 06:43:08.

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 March 29, 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

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