How far is Oak Forest, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Oak Forest and Elgin is 40.82 miles (65.69 km).
Flight distance from Oak Forest, IL to Elgin, IL is 40.82 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Oak Forest, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 57.78 miles (92.99 km) by car.
Driving from Oak Forest to Elgin will take approximately 01 hours 07 minutes.
#1 Oak Forest
City in Cook County, Illinois
| Population | 26884 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'10"N 87°44'38"W |
| Latitude | 41.6028100 |
| Longitude | -87.7439400 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| 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 Oak Forest and Elgin
The distance between Oak Forest and Elgin is 93 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 01 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 Oak Forest and Elgin. The current time is 17:52:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.72 liters (2.04 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Oak Forest and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Oak Forest to Elgin is $7.35 (diesel $8.77).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $7.35 | $8.38 | $9.28 | $8.77 |
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 30, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Oak Forest and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
