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Chicago to Detroit by car

Compare one-way and round-trip rental rates from Chicago to Detroit, then book with whoever has the best price.

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

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Live rates from major suppliers, including one-way options.

Route

Along the way

Stops on the I-94 route, in the order you’ll reach them from Chicago.

  1. Kalamazoo, MI

    ~260 km

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

  2. Ann Arbor, MI

    ~400 km

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

FAQ

Chicago to Detroit, answered

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.

Where can I stop between Chicago and Detroit?

Kalamazoo, MI and Ann Arbor, MI are the main stops along this route.

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 settling on a round-trip rental instead.