Distance from Chicago to Birmingham by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Birmingham (AL) is 577 miles or 928 kilometers or 501 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Birmingham is 661 miles (1064 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 84 miles or 136 km.

Chicago to Birmingham Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Birmingham, AL

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama is 661 miles or 1064 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Birmingham, AL is 661 miles or 1064 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Birmingham, Alabama.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Birmingham, Alabama is approximately 661 miles (1064 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 12 to 13 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Birmingham, AL

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Birmingham, AL?
The total driving time is 12 hours, 20 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Birmingham take?
Chicago and Birmingham are 12 hours 20 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 Birmingham

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Birmingham (AL) is 1 Hours.
Birmingham time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Birmingham
2025-12-19, 06:16:18 CST	2025-12-19, 07:16:18 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Birmingham Alabama, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	661 mi	1064 km	574.01 nmi
Straight line distance	577 mi	928 km	501 nmi
Difference	84 mi	136 km	73 nmi

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