How far is Rochester, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rochester and Elgin is 171.03 miles (275.24 km).
Flight distance from Rochester, IL to Elgin, IL is 171.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 26 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 23 minutes to travel from Rochester to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rochester, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 219.64 miles (353.48 km) by car.
Driving from Rochester to Elgin will take approximately 03 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Rochester
Village in Sangamon County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 3715 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°44'58"N 89°31'54"W |
| Latitude | 39.7494900 |
| Longitude | -89.5317600 |
| Altitude | 170 |
| 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 Rochester and Elgin
The distance between Rochester and Elgin is 353 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 55 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 Rochester and Elgin. The current time is 20:06:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 19 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 29 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 23 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 08 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 55 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 44 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.34 liters (7.75 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rochester and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rochester to Elgin is $27.96 (diesel $33.33).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $27.96 | $31.87 | $35.27 | $33.33 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rochester and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
