Chesterfield to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271 miles 436.2 km · straight line
318.1 miles actual route 511.9 km · driving distance
6h 3min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Chesterfield from Chicago?

The distance from Chesterfield to Chicago is 271 miles (436.2 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located NE of Chesterfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.1 miles, taking about 6h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Chesterfield in Missouri and Chicago in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield to Chicago

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 3min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 16min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 45min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chesterfield & Chicago

Quick Facts

Chesterfield
38.66°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
144m elevation
Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM