Distance from Dallas to Chicago by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Dallas (TX) to Chicago (IL) is 799 miles or 1286 kilometers or 694 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Dallas to Chicago is 951 miles (1532 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 152 miles or 246 km.

Dallas to Chicago Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Dallas, TX to Chicago, IL

The driving distance from Dallas, Texas to Chicago, Illinois is 951 miles or 1532 km.
The total driving distance from Dallas, TX to Chicago, IL is 951 miles or 1532 kilometers. Your trip begins in Dallas, Texas. It ends in Chicago, Illinois.
The driving distance from Dallas, Texas to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 951 miles (1532 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 Dallas, TX to Chicago, IL

How long is the drive from Dallas, TX to Chicago, IL?
The total driving time is 17 hours, 8 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Dallas to Chicago take?
Dallas and Chicago are 17 hours 8 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 Dallas and Chicago

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

Current local time in Dallas	Current local time in Chicago
2025-12-19, 20:40:00 EST	2025-12-19, 19:40:00 CST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	951 mi	1532 km	825.85 nmi
Straight line distance	799 mi	1286 km	694 nmi
Difference	152 mi	246 km	131 nmi

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