How far is Central, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Central and Elgin is 39.71 miles (63.91 km).
Flight distance from Central, IL to Elgin, IL is 39.71 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Central, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 45.43 miles (73.11 km) by car.
Driving from Central to Elgin will take approximately 01 hours 16 minutes.
#1 Central
Region of Illinois, USA
| Population | 1107 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°28'26"N 88°26'2"W |
| Latitude | 41.4739200 |
| Longitude | -88.4339600 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| 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 Central and Elgin
The distance between Central and Elgin is 73 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 48 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 Central and Elgin. The current time is 22:52:20.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.07 liters (1.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Central and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Central to Elgin is $5.78 (diesel $6.89).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $5.78 | $6.59 | $7.29 | $6.89 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Central and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
