One-Way Car Rental: Chicago to Detroit

Compare one-way and round-trip car rental rates from Chicago to Detroit, then choose the offer that best fits your trip.

282 mi
453 km
5h 18m
typical drive time
I-94
main route

What's along the way from Chicago to Detroit

Real stops on the I-94 route, roughly in the order you'll reach them.

Kalamazoo, MI ~260 km from Chicago

The largest city on I-94 between Chicago and Detroit.

Ann Arbor, MI ~400 km from Chicago

Home to the University of Michigan, about 45 minutes before Detroit.

Chicago to Detroit FAQs

How far is it from Chicago to Detroit by car?
It's about 282 miles (453 km) from Chicago to Detroit, mostly via I-94, with a drive time of roughly 5h 18m in normal traffic.
Is it cheaper to rent a car one-way from Chicago to Detroit?
One-way rentals sometimes carry a drop fee that varies by supplier and season. Search above to compare one-way rates from real suppliers before booking a round-trip rental instead.