Chicago to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

781.5 miles 1257.7 km · straight line
907.2 miles actual route 1460 km · driving distance
16h 20min estimated drive time
$87 - $107 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Tyler?

The distance from Chicago to Tyler is 781.5 miles (1257.7 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located SW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 907.2 miles, taking about 16h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Tyler in Texas.

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 Tyler. 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 Tyler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 20min $87 - $107 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 36min $73–$136* Budget
Train ~21h 14min $109–$318* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Tyler

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Tyler
32.35°N, 95.30°W
America/Chicago
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 261 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM