Chicago to Fargo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

568.5 miles 914.9 km · straight line
643 miles actual route 1034.8 km · driving distance
11h 51min estimated drive time
$62 - $76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
311° NW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Fargo?

The distance from Chicago to Fargo is 568.5 miles (914.9 km) as the crow flies. Fargo is located NW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 643 miles, taking about 11h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Fargo in North Dakota.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Fargo. 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 Fargo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 51min $62 - $76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 13min $51–$96* Budget
Train ~15h 24min $77–$225* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Fargo

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Fargo
46.88°N, 96.79°W
America/Chicago
276m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 190 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM