Acadia to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Acadia from Chicago?

The distance from Acadia to Chicago is 988.7 miles (1591.1 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located W of Acadia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1246 miles, taking about 23h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 29min. Both are located in United States — Acadia in Maine 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Acadia 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.