Distance from Chicago to El Paso by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to El Paso (TX) is 1248 miles or 2008 kilometers or 1084 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to El Paso is 1461 miles (2352 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 213 miles or 344 km.

Chicago to El Paso Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to El Paso, TX

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to El Paso, Texas is 1461 miles or 2352 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to El Paso, TX is 1461 miles or 2352 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in El Paso, Texas.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to El Paso, Texas is approximately 1461 miles (2352 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 26 to 27 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to El Paso, TX

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to El Paso, TX?
The total driving time is 26 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to El Paso take?
Chicago and El Paso are 26 hours 46 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 El Paso

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and El Paso (TX) is 1 Hours.
El Paso time is 1 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in El Paso
2026-01-29, 21:00:02 CST	2026-01-29, 20:00:02 MST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1461 mi	2352 km	1268.73 nmi
Straight line distance	1248 mi	2008 km	1084 nmi
Difference	213 mi	344 km	184 nmi

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