How much does it cost to drive from Chicago to Detroit?

Driving fuel + tolls cost is calculated live based on today's gas prices in MI and your vehicle's MPG.

How far is Chicago from Detroit?

Approximate driving distance and time are computed from real highway routing.

Cost to drive

Chicago to Detroitin a 2025 Toyota Camry

Live fuel-cost estimate from Chicago, IL to Detroit, MI driving a 2025 Toyota Camry, using today's average pump prices in MI, real highway distance, tolls, and recommended refuel stops along the route.

Total cost

$36.38

Distance

296 mi

Drive time

4h 56m

Fuel

9.3 gal

Gas: $3.45/gal

Cost breakdown

Fuel (9.3 gal @ $3.45/gal route avg)$31.94

Tolls (estimated)$4.44

Cost per mile$0.123

Refuel stops0

Range per fill506 mi

Vehicle

Make / ModelToyota Camry

Year2025

Fuel typegas

MPG (combined)32

Tank (gal)15.8

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FAQ

Driving from Chicago, IL to Detroit, MI costs about $36.38 one way in fuel and tolls for a Toyota Camry at today's gas prices.