How far is Elgin, IL from Des Plaines, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elgin and Des Plaines is 20.42 miles (32.86 km).
Flight distance from Elgin, IL to Des Plaines, IL is 20.42 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elgin, Illinois to Des Plaines, Illinois is: 23.74 miles (38.2 km) by car.
Driving from Elgin to Des Plaines will take approximately 00 hours 32 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Des Plaines: Henry Avenue (-87.883408,42.033456)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Des Plaines
The distance between Elgin and Des Plaines is 38 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 25 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 Des Plaines. The current time is 08:09:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.17 liters (0.84 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Des Plaines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Des Plaines is $3.02 (diesel $3.6).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $3.02 | $3.44 | $3.81 | $3.6 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin and Des Plaines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
