Chicago to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

597.8 miles 962 km · straight line
689.7 miles actual route 1110 km · driving distance
12h 41min estimated drive time
$66 - $82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Tulsa?

The distance from Chicago to Tulsa is 597.8 miles (962 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located SW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 689.7 miles, taking about 12h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Tulsa 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 Tulsa. 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 Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 41min $66 - $82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 13min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~16h 29min $83–$241* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM