How far is La Grange, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between La Grange and Elgin is 26.57 miles (42.76 km).
Flight distance from La Grange, IL to Elgin, IL is 26.57 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from La Grange, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 42.62 miles (68.59 km) by car.
Driving from La Grange to Elgin will take approximately 00 hours 51 minutes.
#1 La Grange
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°48'18"N 87°52'9"W |
| Latitude | 41.8050300 |
| Longitude | -87.8692300 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| 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 La Grange and Elgin
The distance between La Grange and Elgin is 69 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 45 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 La Grange and Elgin. The current time is 15:35:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.69 liters (1.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between La Grange and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from La Grange to Elgin is $5.42 (diesel $6.47).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $5.42 | $6.18 | $6.84 | $6.47 |
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 December 29, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between La Grange and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
