Distance from Chicago to Denver by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Denver (CO) is 916 miles or 1473 kilometers or 795 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Denver is 1004 miles (1617 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 88 miles or 144 km.

Chicago to Denver Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Denver, CO

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Denver, Colorado is 1004 miles or 1617 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Denver, CO is 1004 miles or 1617 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Denver, Colorado.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Denver, Colorado is approximately 1004 miles (1617 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 Denver, CO

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Denver, CO?
The total driving time is 17 hours, 48 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Denver take?
Chicago and Denver are 17 hours 48 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 Denver

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Denver (CO) is 1 Hours.
Denver time is 1 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Denver
2025-12-17, 04:45:38 CST	2025-12-17, 03:45:38 MST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Denver Colorado, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1004 mi	1617 km	871.87 nmi
Straight line distance	916 mi	1473 km	795 nmi
Difference	88 mi	144 km	76 nmi

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