Chicago to Lebanon, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago from Lebanon, Tennessee?

The distance from Chicago to Lebanon, Tennessee is 398.3 miles (641 km) as the crow flies. Lebanon, Tennessee is located S of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 453.5 miles, taking about 8h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Lebanon, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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 Lebanon, Tennessee. 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.