Distance from Chicago to Cambridge by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Cambridge (MA) is 850 miles or 1367 kilometers or 738 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Cambridge is 993 miles (1599 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 143 miles or 232 km.

Chicago to Cambridge Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Cambridge, MA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Cambridge, Massachusetts is 993 miles or 1599 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Cambridge, MA is 993 miles or 1599 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Cambridge, Massachusetts is approximately 993 miles (1599 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 18 to 19 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Cambridge, MA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Cambridge, MA?
The total driving time is 18 hours, 47 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Cambridge take?
Chicago and Cambridge are 18 hours 47 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 Cambridge

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Cambridge (MA) is 1 Hours.
Cambridge time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Cambridge
2025-12-19, 03:27:57 CST	2025-12-19, 04:27:57 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Cambridge Massachusetts, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	993 mi	1599 km	862.32 nmi
Straight line distance	850 mi	1367 km	738 nmi
Difference	143 mi	232 km	124 nmi

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