How far is Cary, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cary and Elgin is 12.27 miles (19.75 km).
Flight distance from Cary, IL to Elgin, IL is 12.27 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cary, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 15.37 miles (24.74 km) by car.
Driving from Cary to Elgin will take approximately 00 hours 27 minutes.
#1 Cary
Village in Illinois, United States
| Population | 17929 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°12'43"N 88°14'17"W |
| Latitude | 42.2119700 |
| Longitude | -88.2381400 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elgin
The second most populous city in Kane County, Illinois. It is located in the western part of the state. Elgin is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Elgin Symphony Orchestra and the Elgin History Museum.
| Population | 110196 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'14"N 88°16'52"W |
| Latitude | 42.0372500 |
| Longitude | -88.2811900 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Elgin: East Chicago Street (-88.281194,42.037244)
Estimated Travel Time Between Cary and Elgin
The distance between Cary and Elgin is 25 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 16 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Cary and Elgin. The current time is 09:45:13.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.05 liters (0.54 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cary and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cary to Elgin is $1.96 (diesel $2.33).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $1.96 | $2.23 | $2.47 | $2.33 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cary and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
