How far is Shields, IL from Elgin, IL?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Shields and Elgin is 247.67 miles (398.59 km).

Flight distance from Shields, IL to Elgin, IL is 247.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 37 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 33 minutes to travel from Shields to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Shields, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 307.15 miles (494.32 km) by car.

Driving from Shields to Elgin will take approximately 05 hours 05 minutes.

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#1 Shields

Township in Lake County, Illinois

Population 36451
GPS Coordinates 38°28'4"N 88°42'48"W
Latitude 38.4678300
Longitude -88.7133900
Altitude 150
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Shields and Elgin

The distance between Shields and Elgin is 494 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 29 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 Shields and Elgin. The current time is 04:09:49.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 10 hours 14 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 07 hours 40 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 06 hours 08 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 05 hours 07 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 04 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 04 hours 05 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 49 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 41.03 liters (10.84 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Shields and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Shields to Elgin is $39.09 (diesel $46.61).

Illinois gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.11 $4.55 $4.3
Total $39.09 $44.57 $49.33 $46.61

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 March 28, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Shields and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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