How far is Elgin, IL from Evanston, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elgin and Evanston is 30.33 miles (48.82 km).
Flight distance from Elgin, IL to Evanston, IL is 30.33 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elgin, Illinois to Evanston, Illinois is: 36.98 miles (59.51 km) by car.
Driving from Elgin to Evanston will take approximately 00 hours 52 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 Evanston
A city in Cook County, Illinois. It is located on the north shore of Lake Michigan in northeastern Illinois. Evanston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Northwestern University campus and the Evanston Public Library.
| Population | 72683 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'28"N 87°41'24"W |
| Latitude | 42.0411400 |
| Longitude | -87.6900600 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Evanston: (-87.689971,42.041051)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Evanston
The distance between Elgin and Evanston is 60 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 39 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 Evanston. The current time is 08:18:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.94 liters (1.3 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Evanston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Evanston is $4.71 (diesel $5.61).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $4.71 | $5.37 | $5.94 | $5.61 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin and Evanston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
