Chicago to new york distance

The distance from Chicago, Illinois to New York City, New York is approximately:

• 790 miles (1,271 kilometers) by car, depending on the route taken
• 750 miles (1,207 kilometers) by air, as a direct flight from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
• 850 miles (1,368 kilometers) by train, as a journey from Chicago's Union Station to New York's Penn Station on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited or Cardinal trains

The driving distance from Chicago to New York typically takes around 11-12 hours, depending on traffic and the route taken. The flight duration is about 2 hours, while the train journey can take around 18-20 hours, depending on the route and type of train.