Distance from Chicago to Columbia by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Columbia (SC) is 653 miles or 1051 kilometers or 567 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Columbia is 791 miles (1274 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 138 miles or 223 km.

Chicago to Columbia Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Columbia, SC

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Columbia, South Carolina is 791 miles or 1274 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Columbia, SC is 791 miles or 1274 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Columbia, South Carolina.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Columbia, South Carolina is approximately 791 miles (1274 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Columbia, SC

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Columbia, SC?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 33 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Columbia take?
Chicago and Columbia are 15 hours 33 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 (SC) is 1 Hours.
Columbia time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Columbia
2025-12-19, 03:28:15 CST	2025-12-19, 04:28:15 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	791 mi	1274 km	686.9 nmi
Straight line distance	653 mi	1051 km	567 nmi
Difference	138 mi	223 km	119 nmi

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