Chicago to New Haven, Connecticut: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Chicago from New Haven, Connecticut?
The distance from Chicago to New Haven, Connecticut is 759.8 miles (1222.8 km) as the crow flies. New Haven, Connecticut is located E of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 862.2 miles, taking about 16h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 2min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and New Haven, Connecticut in Connecticut.
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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 New Haven, Connecticut. 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 New Haven, Connecticut
Suggested Stops Between Chicago & New Haven, Connecticut
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 253 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 63 hours
- You could travel this distance about 32.8 times to circle the Earth's equator