Chicago to Little Rock: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Chicago from Little Rock?
The distance from Chicago to Little Rock is 553.5 miles (890.8 km) as the crow flies. Little Rock is located SSW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 650.5 miles, taking about 11h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Little Rock in Arkansas.
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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Little Rock. 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 Little Rock
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 185 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
- You could travel this distance about 45 times to circle the Earth's equator