Chicago to Savannah by bus
Savannah lies 1,231 km (765 mi) south-east of Chicago, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 22 h 20 min including stops, over roughly 1,502 km (933 mi) of road.
| Chicago | Savannah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 147,780 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 31401–31421 |
Clocks in Savannah are 1 h ahead of Chicago right now, so a 22 h 20 min journey lands 23 h 20 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Savannah from Chicago?
1,231 km (765 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Chicago; by road roughly 1,502 km (933 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Savannah by bus?
About 22 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Savannah?
Savannah is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/New_York against America/Chicago).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.