Chicago to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

692.5 miles 1114.4 km · straight line
794.3 miles actual route 1278.3 km · driving distance
14h 29min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Chicago to Oklahoma City is 692.5 miles (1114.4 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located SW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 794.3 miles, taking about 14h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

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 Oklahoma City. 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 Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 29min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 23min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~18h 50min $95–$278* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 231 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM