How far is Des Plaines, IL from Rockford, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Plaines and Rockford is 64.15 miles (103.24 km).
Flight distance from Des Plaines, IL to Rockford, IL is 64.15 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Des Plaines to Rockford with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Plaines, Illinois to Rockford, Illinois is: 75.86 miles (122.09 km) by car.
Driving from Des Plaines to Rockford will take approximately 01 hours 15 minutes.
#1 Des Plaines
The most populous city in Cook County, Illinois. It is located on the Des Plaines River in northeastern Illinois. Des Plaines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Des Plaines History Center and the Des Plaines Theatre.
| Population | 58179 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'0"N 87°53'0"W |
| Latitude | 42.0333600 |
| Longitude | -87.8834000 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the northwestern part of the state. Rockford is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Rockford Art Museum and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.
| Population | 144835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°16'16"N 89°5'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.2711300 |
| Longitude | -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rockford: West State Street (-89.094046,42.271066)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Plaines and Rockford
The distance between Des Plaines and Rockford is 122 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 21 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 Des Plaines and Rockford. The current time is 18:56:45.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 53 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.13 liters (2.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Plaines and Rockford.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Plaines to Rockford is $9.66 (diesel $11.51).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $9.66 | $11.01 | $12.18 | $11.51 |
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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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Plaines and Rockford (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
