Distance from Chicago to San Francisco by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to San Francisco (CA) is 1853 miles or 2981 kilometers or 1609 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to San Francisco is 2135 miles (3436 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 282 miles or 455 km.

Chicago to San Francisco Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to San Francisco, California is 2135 miles or 3436 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA is 2135 miles or 3436 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in San Francisco, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to San Francisco, California is approximately 2135 miles (3436 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 36 to 37 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA?
The total driving time is 36 hours, 52 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to San Francisco take?
Chicago and San Francisco are 36 hours 52 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 San Francisco

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and San Francisco (CA) is 2 Hours.
San Francisco time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in San Francisco
2024-12-24, 12:56:22 CST	2024-12-24, 10:56:22 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and San Francisco California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2135 mi	3436 km	1854.03 nmi
Straight line distance	1853 mi	2981 km	1609 nmi
Difference	282 mi	455 km	245 nmi

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