Distance from Chicago to Chattanooga by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Chattanooga (TN) is 487 miles or 783 kilometers or 423 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Chattanooga is 601 miles (968 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 114 miles or 185 km.

Chicago to Chattanooga Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Chattanooga, TN

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Chattanooga, Tennessee is 601 miles or 968 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Chattanooga, TN is 601 miles or 968 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Chattanooga, Tennessee is approximately 601 miles (968 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 11 to 12 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Chattanooga, TN

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Chattanooga, TN?
The total driving time is 11 hours, 18 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Chattanooga take?
Chicago and Chattanooga are 11 hours 18 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 Chattanooga

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Chattanooga (TN) is 1 Hours.
Chattanooga time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Chattanooga
2025-12-19, 13:02:41 CST	2025-12-19, 14:02:41 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Chattanooga Tennessee, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	601 mi	968 km	521.91 nmi
Straight line distance	487 mi	783 km	423 nmi
Difference	114 mi	185 km	98 nmi

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