Cape Cod to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Cod from Chicago?

The distance from Cape Cod to Chicago is 891.8 miles (1435.2 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located W of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1048.6 miles, taking about 19h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 18min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod in Massachusetts 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 Cape Cod 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.