How far is Saginaw, MI from Detroit, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Saginaw and Detroit is 88.04 miles (141.69 km).
Flight distance from Saginaw, MI to Detroit, MI is 88.04 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Saginaw to Detroit with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Saginaw, Michigan to Detroit, Michigan is: 102.09 miles (164.29 km) by car.
Driving from Saginaw to Detroit will take approximately 01 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Saginaw
The most populous city in Saginaw County, Michigan. It is located on the Saginaw River in the eastern part of the state. Saginaw is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Saginaw Historical Museum and the Saginaw Art Museum.
| Population | 47823 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°25'10"N 83°57'3"W |
| Latitude | 43.4194700 |
| Longitude | -83.9508100 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| 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 Saginaw and Detroit
The distance between Saginaw and Detroit is 164 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 49 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 Saginaw and Detroit. The current time is 03:36:10.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.64 liters (3.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Saginaw and Detroit.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Saginaw to Detroit is $12.09 (diesel $15.51).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $12.09 | $13.89 | $15.67 | $15.51 |
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 Saginaw and Detroit (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
