How far is Elmhurst, IL from Des Plaines, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elmhurst and Des Plaines is 9.7 miles (15.61 km).
Flight distance from Elmhurst, IL to Des Plaines, IL is 9.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elmhurst, Illinois to Des Plaines, Illinois is: 13.18 miles (21.22 km) by car.
Driving from Elmhurst to Des Plaines will take approximately 00 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Elmhurst
A city in DuPage County, Illinois. It is located in the western suburbs of Chicago. Elmhurst is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Elmhurst Art Museum and the Elmhurst Historical Society.
| Population | 46532 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°53'58"N 87°56'25"W |
| Latitude | 41.8994700 |
| Longitude | -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| 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 Elmhurst and Des Plaines
The distance between Elmhurst and Des Plaines is 21 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 14 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 Elmhurst and Des Plaines. The current time is 22:38:12.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.76 liters (0.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elmhurst and Des Plaines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elmhurst to Des Plaines is $1.68 (diesel $2).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $1.68 | $1.91 | $2.12 | $2 |
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 10, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elmhurst 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.
