Chicago to Montgomery, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

38.3 miles 61.6 km · straight line
43.8 miles actual route 70.5 km · driving distance
1h 1min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
255° WSW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Montgomery, Illinois?

The distance from Chicago to Montgomery, Illinois is 38.3 miles (61.6 km) as the crow flies. Montgomery, Illinois is located WSW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 43.8 miles, taking about 1h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Montgomery, Illinois. 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 Montgomery, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 1min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Montgomery, Illinois

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Montgomery, Illinois
41.73°N, 88.35°W
America/Chicago
195m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 650.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM