Aberdeen, South Dakota to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

595.8 miles 958.9 km · straight line
702.1 miles actual route 1130 km · driving distance
13h 20min estimated drive time
$68 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
111° ESE bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Chicago?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Chicago is 595.8 miles (958.9 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located ESE of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 702.1 miles, taking about 13h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Chicago in Illinois.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdeen, South Dakota and Chicago. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Chicago

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 20min $68 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 0min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~17h 20min $84–$246* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aberdeen, South Dakota & Chicago

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, South Dakota
45.46°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
397m elevation
Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM