How far is Elgin, IL from Springfield, IL?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Elgin and Springfield is 170.05 miles (273.66 km).

Flight distance from Elgin, IL to Springfield, IL is 170.05 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 26 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 23 minutes to travel from Elgin to Springfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Elgin, Illinois to Springfield, Illinois is: 217.77 miles (350.46 km) by car.

Driving from Elgin to Springfield will take approximately 03 hours 35 minutes.

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#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
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#2 Springfield

The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol.

Population 113671
GPS Coordinates 39°48'6"N 89°38'37"W
Latitude 39.8017200
Longitude -89.6437100
Altitude 182
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Springfield

The distance between Elgin and Springfield is 350 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 53 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 Springfield. The current time is 04:47:18.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 07 hours 15 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 26 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 21 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 37 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 06 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 54 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 43 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.09 liters (7.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Springfield is $27.72 (diesel $33.04).

Illinois gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.11 $4.55 $4.3
Total $27.72 $31.6 $34.97 $33.04

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 March 19, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

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

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