Chicago to Edison: Road Trip Guide & Distance

692.8 miles 1115 km · straight line
784.8 miles actual route 1263 km · driving distance
14h 45min estimated drive time
$76 - $93 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
93° E bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Edison?

The distance from Chicago to Edison is 692.8 miles (1115 km) as the crow flies. Edison is located E of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 784.8 miles, taking about 14h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Edison in New Jersey.

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 Edison. 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 Edison

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 45min $76 - $93 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 42min $63–$118* Budget
Train ~19h 11min $94–$275* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Edison

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 231 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM