Chicago to Florence, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

489.1 miles 787.1 km · straight line
574.3 miles actual route 924.3 km · driving distance
11h 8min estimated drive time
$55 - $68 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
180° S bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Florence, Alabama?

The distance from Chicago to Florence, Alabama is 489.1 miles (787.1 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Alabama is located S of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 574.3 miles, taking about 11h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Florence, Alabama in Alabama.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Florence, Alabama. 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 Florence, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 8min $55 - $68 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 22min $46–$86* Budget
Train ~10h 35min $69–$201* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Florence, Alabama

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Florence, Alabama
34.80°N, 87.68°W
America/Chicago
167m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 163 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM