Chicago to Concord, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

586.4 miles 943.8 km · straight line
744.4 miles actual route 1198 km · driving distance
14h 32min estimated drive time
$72 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
137° SE bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Concord, North Carolina?

The distance from Chicago to Concord, North Carolina is 586.4 miles (943.8 km) as the crow flies. Concord, North Carolina is located SE of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 744.4 miles, taking about 14h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Concord, North Carolina in North Carolina.

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. 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 Chicago and Concord, North Carolina. 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 Chicago to Concord, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 32min $72 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 26min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~18h 54min $89–$261* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Concord, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Concord, North Carolina
35.41°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
228m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 195 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM