Distance from Chicago to Raleigh (United States)

The distance between Chicago, Illinois and Raleigh, North Carolina is 1,032 kilometers (641 miles).

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Chicago is located in the Midwest region of the United States while Raleigh is situated in the southeastern part of the country, highlighting their distinct regional positions. The straight-line distance between them is 1,032 kilometers, heading southeast.

Chicago is situated at an altitude of 180 meters above sea level, while Raleigh is at 99 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Chicago to Raleigh covers approximately 1270 kilometers, passing through major highways such as I-65 S, I-40 E, and regions including Indianapolis, Nashville, and the Appalachian Mountains.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mammoth Cave National Park, Great Smoky Mountains.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Chicago to Raleigh traverses the Midwest to the Southeast, passing landmarks like the Great Smoky Mountains and Appalachian regions.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel to Raleigh due to mild weather and vibrant cultural events, while summer offers numerous outdoor activities.

Climate

Raleigh generally experiences a warmer climate than Chicago, with milder winters and hotter summers, reflecting its southeastern location.

Accessibility

Raleigh offers a range of accessibility features, including public transport and facilities, similar to Chicago, making it convenient for visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 2-3 days
Motorcycle 14-16 hours
Car 12-14 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
100 km/h
150 km/h
Chicago, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 41.85° N 87.6501° W

Elevation: 180 m (591 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Chicago Meigs Airport (CGX)
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
  • Gary Chicago International Airport (GYY)
  • Chicago Executive Airport (PWK)
Raleigh, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 35.7721° N 78.6386° W

Elevation: 99 m (325 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
  • Louisburg, Franklin County Airport (LFN)
  • Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional Airport (RWI)
  • Pope Field (POB)
  • Simmons Army Air Field (FBG)

Other distances from Chicago

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Chicago to New York City 1,149 km
From Chicago to Los Angeles 2,807 km
From Chicago to Houston 1,510 km
From Chicago to Phoenix 2,338 km
From Chicago to Philadelphia 1,072 km

Other distances from Raleigh

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Raleigh to New York City 682 km
From Raleigh to Los Angeles 3,600 km
From Raleigh to Chicago 1,032 km
From Raleigh to Houston 1,700 km
From Raleigh to Phoenix 3,063 km

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