Chicago to Arlington by bus
Arlington lies 1,312 km (816 mi) south-west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 23 h 48 min including stops, over roughly 1,601 km (995 mi) of road.
| Chicago | Arlington | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 388,125 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 190 m (623 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 76001–76096 |
Where to book buses from Chicago to Arlington
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Staying in Arlington
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Common questions
How far is Arlington from Chicago?
1,312 km (816 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chicago; by road roughly 1,601 km (995 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Arlington by bus?
About 23 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Arlington?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.