Distance from Chicago to Amherst by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Amherst (NY) is 463 miles or 744 kilometers or 402 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Amherst is 546 miles (879 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 83 miles or 135 km.

Chicago to Amherst Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Amherst, NY

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Amherst, New York is 546 miles or 879 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Amherst, NY is 546 miles or 879 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Amherst, New York.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Amherst, New York is approximately 546 miles (879 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 10 to 11 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Amherst, NY

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Amherst, NY?
The total driving time is 10 hours, 25 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Amherst take?
Chicago and Amherst are 10 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 Amherst

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Amherst (NY) is 1 Hours.
Amherst time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Amherst
2025-12-19, 03:30:06 CST	2025-12-19, 04:30:06 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Amherst New York, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	546 mi	879 km	474.15 nmi
Straight line distance	463 mi	744 km	402 nmi
Difference	83 mi	135 km	72 nmi

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