How far is Chicago, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Chicago and Elgin is 34.92 miles (56.2 km).
Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Elgin, IL is 34.92 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 43.4 miles (69.85 km) by car.
Driving from Chicago to Elgin will take approximately 00 hours 55 minutes.
#1 Chicago
The third most populous city in the United States and the center of the Chicago metropolitan area. It is located on the shores of Lake Michigan, in northeastern Illinois. Chicago is a major center for finance, commerce, and industry.
| Population | 2677643 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°51'0"N 87°39'0"W |
| Latitude | 41.850033 |
| Longitude | -87.6500523 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| 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 Chicago and Elgin
The distance between Chicago and Elgin is 70 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 46 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 Chicago and Elgin. The current time is 10:51:00.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.8 liters (1.53 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Chicago and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Chicago to Elgin is $5.52 (diesel $6.59).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $5.52 | $6.3 | $6.97 | $6.59 |
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 May 10, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Chicago and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
