Chicago to Toronto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago from Toronto?

The distance from Chicago to Toronto is 435.7 miles (701.2 km) as the crow flies. Toronto is located ENE of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 519.7 miles, taking about 9h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Chicago is in Illinois, United States, while Toronto is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago and Toronto. 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.