How far is Eureka, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Eureka and Elgin is 104.44 miles (168.08 km).
Flight distance from Eureka, IL to Elgin, IL is 104.44 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Eureka to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Eureka, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 145.59 miles (234.31 km) by car.
Driving from Eureka to Elgin will take approximately 02 hours 28 minutes.
#1 Eureka
City in Woodford County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 5232 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°43'17"N 89°16'22"W |
| Latitude | 40.7214300 |
| Longitude | -89.2728600 |
| Altitude | 234 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Elgin: East Chicago Street (-88.281194,42.037244)
Estimated Travel Time Between Eureka and Elgin
The distance between Eureka and Elgin is 234 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 36 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 Eureka and Elgin. The current time is 13:04:19.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 51 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 04 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.45 liters (5.14 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Eureka and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Eureka to Elgin is $18.53 (diesel $22.09).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $18.53 | $21.13 | $23.38 | $22.09 |
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 27, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Eureka and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
