Distance from Chicago to Thousand Oaks by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Thousand Oaks (CA) is 1766 miles or 2842 kilometers or 1534 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Thousand Oaks is 2051 miles (3302 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 285 miles or 460 km.

Chicago to Thousand Oaks Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Thousand Oaks, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Thousand Oaks, California is 2051 miles or 3302 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Thousand Oaks, CA is 2051 miles or 3302 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Thousand Oaks, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Thousand Oaks, California is approximately 2051 miles (3302 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 35 to 36 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Thousand Oaks, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Thousand Oaks, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 57 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Thousand Oaks take?
Chicago and Thousand Oaks are 35 hours 57 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 Thousand Oaks

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Thousand Oaks (CA) is 2 Hours.
Thousand Oaks time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Thousand Oaks
2025-12-14, 20:52:45 CST	2025-12-14, 18:52:45 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Thousand Oaks California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2051 mi	3302 km	1781.09 nmi
Straight line distance	1766 mi	2842 km	1534 nmi
Difference	285 mi	460 km	247 nmi

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