Distance from Chicago to Berkeley by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Berkeley (CA) is 1843 miles or 2965 kilometers or 1600 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Berkeley is 2125 miles (3420 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 282 miles or 455 km.

Chicago to Berkeley Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Berkeley, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Berkeley, California is 2125 miles or 3420 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Berkeley, CA is 2125 miles or 3420 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Berkeley, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Berkeley, California is approximately 2125 miles (3420 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 36 to 37 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Berkeley, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Berkeley, CA?
The total driving time is 36 hours, 40 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Berkeley take?
Chicago and Berkeley are 36 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 Berkeley

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Berkeley (CA) is 2 Hours.
Berkeley time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Berkeley
2025-12-21, 07:31:45 CST	2025-12-21, 05:31:45 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Berkeley California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2125 mi	3420 km	1845.35 nmi
Straight line distance	1843 mi	2965 km	1600 nmi
Difference	282 mi	455 km	245 nmi

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