How far is Elgin, IL from Joliet, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elgin and Joliet is 36.82 miles (59.25 km).
Flight distance from Elgin, IL to Joliet, IL is 36.82 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elgin, Illinois to Joliet, Illinois is: 56.45 miles (90.86 km) by car.
Driving from Elgin to Joliet will take approximately 01 hours 06 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 Joliet
The second most populous city in Will County, Illinois. It is located on the Des Plaines River in northeastern Illinois. Joliet is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Joliet Correctional Center and the Joliet Area Historical Museum.
| Population | 85583 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'31"N 88°5'0"W |
| Latitude | 41.5251900 |
| Longitude | -88.0834000 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Joliet: (-88.083409,41.525419)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Joliet
The distance between Elgin and Joliet is 91 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 00 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 Joliet. The current time is 20:09:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.54 liters (1.99 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Joliet.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Joliet is $7.19 (diesel $8.57).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $7.19 | $8.19 | $9.07 | $8.57 |
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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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin and Joliet (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
