Distance from Chicago to Elk Grove by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Elk Grove (CA) is 1784 miles or 2872 kilometers or 1550 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Elk Grove is 2061 miles (3317 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 277 miles or 445 km.

Chicago to Elk Grove Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Elk Grove, CA
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Elk Grove, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Elk Grove, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Elk Grove, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Elk Grove, California is 2061 miles or 3317 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Elk Grove, CA is 2061 miles or 3317 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Elk Grove, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Elk Grove, California is approximately 2061 miles (3317 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 35 to 36 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Elk Grove, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Elk Grove, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 23 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Elk Grove take?
Chicago and Elk Grove are 35 hours 23 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 Chicago and Elk Grove

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Elk Grove (CA) is 2 Hours.
Elk Grove time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Elk Grove
2025-12-21, 22:34:11 CST	2025-12-21, 20:34:11 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Elk Grove California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Elk Grove, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2061 mi	3317 km	1789.77 nmi
Straight line distance	1784 mi	2872 km	1550 nmi
Difference	277 mi	445 km	239 nmi

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