Albany, New York to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Albany, New York from Chicago?
The distance from Albany, New York to Chicago is 710.6 miles (1143.6 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located W of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 816.9 miles, taking about 15h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York 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 Albany, New York 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 Albany, New York to Chicago
Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Chicago
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 237 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
- You could travel this distance about 35 times to circle the Earth's equator