Distance from Chicago to Richardson by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Richardson (TX) is 787 miles or 1267 kilometers or 684 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Richardson is 904 miles (1456 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 117 miles or 189 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Richardson, TX in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Richardson is 787 miles or 1267 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Richardson, is Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Richardson?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Richardson, TX is 1 hours 48 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Richardson Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Richardson, TX

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Richardson, Texas is 904 miles or 1456 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Richardson, TX is 904 miles or 1456 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Richardson, Texas.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Richardson, Texas is approximately 904 miles (1456 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 16 to 17 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Richardson, TX

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Richardson, TX?
The total driving time is 16 hours, 53 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Richardson take?
Chicago and Richardson are 16 hours 53 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Richardson

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

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Richardson
2025-12-19, 06:18:16 CST2025-12-19, 07:18:16 EST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Richardson Texas, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 904 mi 1456 km 785.03 nmi
Straight line distance 787 mi 1267 km 684 nmi
Difference 117 mi 189 km 101 nmi

Chicago Details

Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6''
Latitude41.83755
Longitude-87.68184
StateIllinois
Nearest airports to Chicago

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Richardson Details

Richardson is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 58' 20.2'' Longitude: W 96° 42' 29.1''
Latitude32.97229
Longitude-96.70807
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Richardson

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Richardson, TX
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 30 hours 20 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 22 hours 45 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 20 hours 13 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 18 hours 12 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 16 hours 32 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 15 hours 10 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 14 hours 0 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 13 hours 0 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 12 hours 8 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 11 hours 22 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 10 hours 42 minutes