Chicago to Killeen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

929.9 miles 1496.5 km · straight line
1118 miles actual route 1799.3 km · driving distance
19h 46min estimated drive time
$108 - $132 estimated fuel cost
~2h 22min flight time
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Killeen?

The distance from Chicago to Killeen is 929.9 miles (1496.5 km) as the crow flies. Killeen is located SW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1118 miles, taking about 19h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Killeen in Texas.

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 Killeen. 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 Killeen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 46min $108 - $132 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 43min $89–$168* Budget
Train ~25h 42min $134–$391* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Killeen

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Killeen
31.12°N, 97.73°W
America/Chicago
252m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 310 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 77 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM