How far is Chatsworth, IL from Elgin, IL?
The driving distance from Chatsworth, IL to Elgin, IL is about 109.9 miles (176.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.7 miles (142.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chatsworth and Elgin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatsworth and Elgin.
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Start on 4th Street
83 m · 14 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto East Walnut Street
1 mi · 2 min · East Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East 800 N Road
1346 ft · 21 sec · East 800 N Road
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Continue on East 830 North Road
2 mi · 3 min · East 830 North Road
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Continue on East 825 North Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · East 825 North Road
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Continue on East Wabash Street
1668 ft · 48 sec · East Wabash Street
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Turn right onto South Center Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South Center Street
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Continue on North 2700 East Road
22.1 mi · 35 min · North 2700 East Road
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Continue on South Union Street
34.5 mi · 43 min · South Union Street
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Turn right onto Walker Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Walker Road
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Turn left onto Ashley Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Ashley Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Schoolhouse Road
2391 ft · 46 sec · East Schoolhouse Road
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Turn left onto Minkler Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · Minkler Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Minkler Road
38 m · 4 sec · Minkler Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Minkler Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Minkler Road
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Continue on Orchard Road
11.2 mi · 19 min · Orchard Road
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Turn left onto South Randall Road
10.5 mi · 18 min · South Randall Road
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Turn right onto Silver Glen Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Silver Glen Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.1 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto East Chicago Street
1719 ft · 55 sec · East Chicago Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Chicago Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chatsworth and Elgin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Union Street
Continue on South Union Street
34.5 mi · 00h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chatsworth and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elgin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chatsworth to Elgin?
The road trip is about 109.9 miles (176.9 km) and usually takes 02h 02m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Morris is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.9 miles from Chatsworth and 59 miles from Elgin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.7 miles (142.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.63 one way or $29.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Chatsworth and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Elgin.
Stop Ideas Near Morris
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Morris.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chatsworth and Elgin. Straight-line distance: 88.69 mi (142.73 km).
#1 Chatsworth
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
| Population | 1,104 |
| Coordinates | 40.7536500, -88.2919900 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elgin
The second most populous city in Kane County, Illinois.
| Population | 110,196 |
| Coordinates | 42.0372500, -88.2811900 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Chicago Street (-88.281194, 42.037244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $14.63 | $29.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.50 | $33.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.58 | $41.16 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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