Driving Distance: Dallas, TX to Chicago, IL

The most direct driving route from Dallas, Texas to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 980 miles (1,580 km) via I-35 N / I-44 E / I-55 N (or I-35 N to US-67 N to I-30 E to I-55 N). Typical drive time: 14.5–15.5 hours without stops. Major cities en route: Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Springfield (MO), St. Louis.