Chicago to Jackson Hole: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1176.4 miles 1893.2 km · straight line
1394.2 miles actual route 2243.7 km · driving distance
24h 39min estimated drive time
$134 - $165 estimated fuel cost
~2h 52min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Jackson Hole?

The distance from Chicago to Jackson Hole is 1176.4 miles (1893.2 km) as the crow flies. Jackson Hole is located WNW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1394.2 miles, taking about 24h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 52min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Jackson Hole in Wyoming.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Jackson Hole. 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 Jackson Hole

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 39min $134 - $165 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 35min $112–$209* Budget
Train ~32h 3min $167–$488* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Jackson Hole

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Jackson Hole
43.48°N, 110.76°W
America/Denver
1901m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 392 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 98 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM