Distance from Chicago to Alexandria by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Alexandria (VA) is 598 miles or 962 kilometers or 519 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Alexandria is 705 miles (1135 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 107 miles or 173 km.

Chicago to Alexandria Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, VA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Alexandria, Virginia is 705 miles or 1135 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, VA is 705 miles or 1135 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Alexandria, Virginia.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Alexandria, Virginia is approximately 705 miles (1135 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 Chicago, IL to Alexandria, VA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, VA?
The total driving time is 13 hours, 25 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Alexandria take?
Chicago and Alexandria are 13 hours 25 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 Chicago and Alexandria

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Alexandria (VA) is 1 Hours.
Alexandria time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Alexandria
2026-04-01, 09:40:46 CDT	2026-04-01, 10:40:46 EDT

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Alexandria Virginia, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	705 mi	1135 km	612.22 nmi
Straight line distance	598 mi	962 km	519 nmi
Difference	107 mi	173 km	93 nmi

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