Chicago to Montgomery, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

660.3 miles 1062.7 km · straight line
746.9 miles actual route 1202 km · driving distance
13h 55min estimated drive time
$72 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
173° S bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Montgomery, Alabama?

The distance from Chicago to Montgomery, Alabama is 660.3 miles (1062.7 km) as the crow flies. Montgomery, Alabama is located S of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 746.9 miles, taking about 13h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama.

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. 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 Montgomery, Alabama. 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, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 55min $72 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 42min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~18h 6min $90–$261* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Montgomery, Alabama

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 220 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM