Distance from Chicago to Dallas by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Dallas (TX) is 799 miles or 1286 kilometers or 694 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Dallas is 951 miles (1532 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 152 miles or 246 km.

Chicago to Dallas Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Dallas, TX

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Dallas, Texas is 951 miles or 1532 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Dallas, TX is 951 miles or 1532 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Dallas, Texas.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Dallas, Texas is approximately 951 miles (1532 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 17 to 18 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Dallas, TX

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Dallas, TX?
The total driving time is 17 hours, 6 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Dallas take?
Chicago and Dallas are 17 hours 6 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 Dallas

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Dallas (TX) is 1 Hours.
Dallas time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Dallas
2025-12-19, 19:43:29 CST	2025-12-19, 20:43:29 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Dallas Texas, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	951 mi	1532 km	825.85 nmi
Straight line distance	799 mi	1286 km	694 nmi
Difference	152 mi	246 km	131 nmi

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