Distance from Chicago to Paterson by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Paterson (NJ) is 703 miles or 1131 kilometers or 611 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Paterson is 781 miles (1258 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 78 miles or 127 km.

Chicago to Paterson Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Paterson, NJ

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Paterson, New Jersey is 781 miles or 1258 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Paterson, NJ is 781 miles or 1258 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Paterson, New Jersey.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Paterson, New Jersey is approximately 781 miles (1258 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Paterson, NJ

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Paterson, NJ?
The total driving time is 14 hours, 27 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Paterson take?
Chicago and Paterson are 14 hours 27 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 Paterson

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Paterson (NJ) is 1 Hours.
Paterson time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Paterson
2025-12-19, 03:31:11 CST	2025-12-19, 04:31:11 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Paterson New Jersey, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	781 mi	1258 km	678.22 nmi
Straight line distance	703 mi	1131 km	611 nmi
Difference	78 mi	127 km	67 nmi

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