Chicago to Provo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1252.9 miles 2016.4 km · straight line
1417.9 miles actual route 2281.9 km · driving distance
24h 40min estimated drive time
$136 - $168 estimated fuel cost
~3h 1min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Provo?

The distance from Chicago to Provo is 1252.9 miles (2016.4 km) as the crow flies. Provo is located W of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1417.9 miles, taking about 24h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 1min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Provo in Utah.

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. 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 Provo. 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 Provo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 40min $136 - $168 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 36min $113–$213* Budget
Train ~32h 4min $170–$496* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Provo

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Provo
40.23°N, 111.66°W
America/Denver
1387m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 418 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 104 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM