Distance from Atlanta to Capital by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to Capital (IL) is 507 miles or 815 kilometers or 440 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to Capital is 603 miles (971 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 96 miles or 156 km.

Atlanta to Capital Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and Capital, IL
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to Capital, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to Capital, Illinois is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Capital, IL

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Capital, Illinois is 603 miles or 971 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Capital, IL is 603 miles or 971 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in Capital, Illinois.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Capital, Illinois is approximately 603 miles (971 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 11 to 12 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to Capital, IL

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to Capital, IL?
The total driving time is 11 hours, 28 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to Capital take?
Atlanta and Capital are 11 hours 28 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and Capital

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and Capital (IL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Atlanta	Current local time in Capital
2025-12-21, 23:34:53 EST	2025-12-21, 23:34:53 EST

How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and Capital Illinois, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and Capital, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	603 mi	971 km	523.65 nmi
Straight line distance	507 mi	815 km	440 nmi
Difference	96 mi	156 km	83 nmi

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