Chattanooga to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from Chicago?

The distance from Chattanooga to Chicago is 488.4 miles (786 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located NNW of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 570.9 miles, taking about 11h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee and Chicago in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Chattanooga 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.