How far is Forrest, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Forrest and Elgin is 89.06 miles (143.33 km).
Flight distance from Forrest, IL to Elgin, IL is 89.06 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Forrest to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Forrest, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 95.85 miles (154.26 km) by car.
Driving from Forrest to Elgin will take approximately 02 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Forrest
Village in Livingston County, Illinois
| Population | 1124 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°45'7"N 88°24'40"W |
| Latitude | 40.7519800 |
| Longitude | -88.4111600 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| 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 Forrest and Elgin
The distance between Forrest and Elgin is 154 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 42 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 Forrest and Elgin. The current time is 00:12:23.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.8 liters (3.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Forrest and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Forrest to Elgin is $12.2 (diesel $14.54).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $12.2 | $13.91 | $15.39 | $14.54 |
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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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Forrest and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
