Distance from Memphis to Chicago by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Memphis (TN) to Chicago (IL) is 480 miles or 772 kilometers or 417 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Memphis to Chicago is 527 miles (849 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 47 miles or 77 km.

Memphis to Chicago Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL

The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Chicago, Illinois is 527 miles or 849 km.
The total driving distance from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL is 527 miles or 849 kilometers. Your trip begins in Memphis, Tennessee. It ends in Chicago, Illinois.
The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 527 miles (849 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL

How long is the drive from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL?
The total driving time is 9 hours, 44 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Memphis to Chicago take?
Memphis and Chicago are 9 hours 44 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 Memphis and Chicago

Time difference between Memphis (TN) and Chicago (IL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Memphis	Current local time in Chicago
2025-12-19, 13:02:07 CST	2025-12-19, 13:02:07 CST

How Far is it Between Memphis Tennessee, USA and Chicago Illinois, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	527 mi	849 km	457.65 nmi
Straight line distance	480 mi	772 km	417 nmi
Difference	47 mi	77 km	40 nmi

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