Distance from Detroit to Toronto

The distance between Detroit, United States and Toronto, Canada is 334 kilometers (208 miles).

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Detroit is located in the United States near the Great Lakes, while Toronto is situated in Canada, also near the Great Lakes, with both cities being major urban centers in their respective countries. The straight-line distance between them is 334 kilometers, heading northeast.

Both cities are at a similar altitude, with Detroit at 192 meters above sea level and Toronto at 161 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Detroit to Toronto involves traveling eastward through the I-401 highway, crossing the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, and passing through the region of Southwestern Ontario, including cities like London and Hamilton.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Detroit River, Windsor, London, Hamilton, Lake Ontario.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Detroit to Toronto crosses the border, moving from the industrial landscape of Michigan to the urban skyline of Toronto, passing by Lake Ontario.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds, or in summer for vibrant city events and festivals.

Climate

Toronto generally experiences colder winters and milder summers compared to Detroit, with both cities having a humid continental climate.

Accessibility

Toronto offers extensive public transport and accessible facilities, similar to Detroit, making it convenient for visitors with mobility needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 16-18 hours
Motorcycle 5-6 hours
Car 4-5 hours
Helicopter 1-2 hours
Airplane 30-45 minutes
Speed Time
30 km/h
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90 km/h
120 km/h
Detroit, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Detroit

Coordinates: 42.3314° N 83.0458° W

Elevation: 192 m (630 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Detroit City Airport (DET)
  • Windsor Airport (YQG)
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
  • Selfridge Air National Guard Base (MTC)
  • Willow Run Airport (YIP)
Toronto, Canada

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Toronto

Coordinates: 43.7064° N 79.3986° W

Elevation: 161 m (528 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Downsview Airport (YZD)
  • Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
  • Buttonville Municipal Airport (YKZ)
  • Oshawa Airport (YOO)

Other distances from Detroit

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Detroit to New York City 775 km
From Detroit to Los Angeles 3,192 km
From Detroit to Chicago 385 km
From Detroit to Houston 1,778 km
From Detroit to Phoenix 2,721 km

Other distances from Toronto

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Toronto to Ottawa 350 km
From Toronto to Montréal 503 km
From Toronto to Edmonton 2,706 km
From Toronto to Winnipeg 1,514 km
From Toronto to Mississauga 25 km

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