Chicago to Worcester, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

811.1 miles 1305.3 km · straight line
954.1 miles actual route 1535.5 km · driving distance
17h 58min estimated drive time
$92 - $113 estimated fuel cost
~2h 8min flight time
83° E bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Worcester, Massachusetts?

The distance from Chicago to Worcester, Massachusetts is 811.1 miles (1305.3 km) as the crow flies. Worcester, Massachusetts is located E of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 954.1 miles, taking about 17h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 8min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Worcester, Massachusetts in Massachusetts.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Worcester, Massachusetts. 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 Worcester, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 58min $92 - $113 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 34min $76–$143* Budget
Train ~23h 21min $114–$334* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Worcester, Massachusetts

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Worcester, Massachusetts
42.26°N, 71.80°W
America/New_York
146m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 270 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 68 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 30.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM