Chicago to Laramie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

927.2 miles 1492.2 km · straight line
1011.5 miles actual route 1627.8 km · driving distance
17h 49min estimated drive time
$97 - $120 estimated fuel cost
~2h 22min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Laramie?

The distance from Chicago to Laramie is 927.2 miles (1492.2 km) as the crow flies. Laramie is located W of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1011.5 miles, taking about 17h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Laramie 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 Laramie. 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 Laramie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 49min $97 - $120 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 23min $81–$152* Budget
Train ~23h 10min $121–$354* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Laramie

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Laramie
41.31°N, 105.59°W
America/Denver
2184m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 309 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 77 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM