Distance from Chicago to Athens by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Athens (GA) is 594 miles or 955 kilometers or 516 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Athens is 775 miles (1248 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 181 miles or 293 km.

Chicago to Athens Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Athens, GA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Athens, Georgia is 775 miles or 1248 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Athens, GA is 775 miles or 1248 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Athens, Georgia.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Athens, Georgia is approximately 775 miles (1248 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Athens, GA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Athens, GA?
The total driving time is 14 hours, 40 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Athens take?
Chicago and Athens are 14 hours 40 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 Athens

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Athens (GA) is 1 Hours.
Athens time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Athens
2025-12-23, 01:34:16 CST	2025-12-23, 02:34:16 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	775 mi	1248 km	673.01 nmi
Straight line distance	594 mi	955 km	516 nmi
Difference	181 mi	293 km	157 nmi

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