How far is Sparta, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sparta and Elgin is 280.66 miles (451.68 km).
Flight distance from Sparta, IL to Elgin, IL is 280.66 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 41 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 37 minutes to travel from Sparta to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sparta, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 340 miles (547.18 km) by car.
Driving from Sparta to Elgin will take approximately 05 hours 36 minutes.
#1 Sparta
City in Randolph County, Illinois
| Population | 4202 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°7'23"N 89°42'6"W |
| Latitude | 38.1231100 |
| Longitude | -89.7017700 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| 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 Sparta and Elgin
The distance between Sparta and Elgin is 547 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 04 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 Sparta and Elgin. The current time is 21:12:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11 hours 19 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08 hours 30 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 47 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 45.42 liters (12 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sparta and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sparta to Elgin is $43.28 (diesel $51.59).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $43.28 | $49.33 | $54.6 | $51.59 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sparta and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
