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.
#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 |
#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 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 01:59:13.
| 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 April 20, 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.
