Distance from Chicago to Columbia by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Columbia (MD) is 597 miles or 960 kilometers or 518 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Columbia is 694 miles (1117 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 97 miles or 157 km.

Chicago to Columbia Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Columbia, MD

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Columbia, Maryland is 694 miles or 1117 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Columbia, MD is 694 miles or 1117 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Columbia, Maryland.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Columbia, Maryland is approximately 694 miles (1117 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 Columbia, MD

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Columbia, MD?
The total driving time is 12 hours, 50 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Columbia take?
Chicago and Columbia are 12 hours 50 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 Columbia

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Columbia (MD) is 1 Hours.
Columbia time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Columbia
2025-12-18, 01:51:24 CST	2025-12-18, 02:51:24 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Columbia Maryland, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	694 mi	1117 km	602.67 nmi
Straight line distance	597 mi	960 km	518 nmi
Difference	97 mi	157 km	84 nmi

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