Baltimore to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Baltimore from Chicago?
The distance from Baltimore to Chicago is 604.7 miles (973.1 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located WNW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 702.9 miles, taking about 13h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Chicago
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 202 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
- You could travel this distance about 41.2 times to circle the Earth's equator