How far is Elgin, OR from Salem, OR?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Elgin and Salem is 252.56 miles (406.45 km).

Flight distance from Elgin, OR to Salem, OR is 252.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 39 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 35 minutes to travel from Elgin to Salem with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Elgin, Oregon to Salem, Oregon is: 324.53 miles (522.27 km) by car.

Driving from Elgin to Salem will take approximately 05 hours 22 minutes.

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#1 Elgin

City in Oregon, USA

Population 1801
GPS Coordinates 45°33'53"N 117°55'3"W
Latitude 45.5648600
Longitude -117.9174300
Altitude 815
Country United States
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#2 Salem

The capital of Oregon. It is located on the Willamette River in northwestern Oregon. Salem is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Oregon State Capitol and the Oregon Historical Society Museum.

Population 175891
GPS Coordinates 44°56'34"N 123°2'6"W
Latitude 44.9429000
Longitude -123.0351000
Altitude 49
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Salem

The distance between Elgin and Salem is 522 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 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 Elgin and Salem. The current time is 04:17:52.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 10 hours 48 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 08 hours 06 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 06 hours 29 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 05 hours 24 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 04 hours 38 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 04 hours 19 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 04 hours 02 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 43.35 liters (11.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Salem.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Salem is $50.43 (diesel $56.9).

Oregon gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $4.4 $4.64 $4.86 $4.97
Total $50.43 $53.08 $55.63 $56.9

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 Oregon ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.404 (Diesel $4.969) /gallon. Last changed prices on March 29, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin and Salem (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Beaverton, OR to Elgin 287.89 miles (463 km)

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Driving distance from Bend, OR to Elgin 291.92 miles (470 km)

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Driving distance from Corvallis, OR to Elgin 364.4 miles (586 km)

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Driving distance from Eugene, OR to Elgin 388.42 miles (625 km)

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Driving distance from Gresham, OR to Elgin 268.62 miles (432 km)

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Driving distance from Hillsboro, OR to Elgin 300.1 miles (483 km)

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Driving distance from Medford, OR to Elgin 485.46 miles (781 km)

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Driving distance from Portland, OR to Elgin 279.41 miles (450 km)

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Driving distance from Springfield, OR to Elgin 390.99 miles (629 km)

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Driving distance from Terrebonne, OR to Elgin 289.77 miles (466 km)

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