How far is Elgin, IL from Wheaton, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elgin and Wheaton is 14.83 miles (23.86 km).
Flight distance from Elgin, IL to Wheaton, IL is 14.83 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elgin, Illinois to Wheaton, Illinois is: 18.98 miles (30.55 km) by car.
Driving from Elgin to Wheaton will take approximately 00 hours 33 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 Wheaton
The most populous city in DuPage County, Illinois. It is located in the western suburbs of Chicago. Wheaton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Wheaton Historical Society and the Wheaton College campus.
| Population | 52451 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°51'58"N 88°6'25"W |
| Latitude | 41.8661400 |
| Longitude | -88.1070100 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Wheaton: West Wesley Street (-88.10701,41.866123)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Wheaton
The distance between Elgin and Wheaton is 31 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 Wheaton. The current time is 11:35:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.54 liters (0.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Wheaton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Wheaton is $2.42 (diesel $2.88).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $2.42 | $2.75 | $3.05 | $2.88 |
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 May 09, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin and Wheaton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
