Distance from Atlanta to Chicago by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to Chicago (IL) is 586 miles or 943 kilometers or 509 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to Chicago is 682 miles (1098 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 96 miles or 155 km.

Atlanta to Chicago Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and Chicago, IL
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to Chicago, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to Chicago, Illinois is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Chicago, IL

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Chicago, Illinois is 682 miles or 1098 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Chicago, IL is 682 miles or 1098 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in Chicago, Illinois.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 682 miles (1098 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 13 to 14 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to Chicago, IL

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to Chicago, IL?
The total driving time is 13 hours, 16 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to Chicago take?
Atlanta and Chicago are 13 hours 16 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and Chicago

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and Chicago (IL) is 1 Hours.
Chicago time is 1 Hours behind Atlanta.

Current local time in Atlanta	Current local time in Chicago
2025-12-19, 22:15:47 EST	2025-12-19, 21:15:47 CST

How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and Chicago Illinois, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and Chicago, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	682 mi	1098 km	592.25 nmi
Straight line distance	586 mi	943 km	509 nmi
Difference	96 mi	155 km	83 nmi

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