How far is Sterling, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and Elgin is 74.76 miles (120.31 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, IL to Elgin, IL is 74.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Sterling to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 105.72 miles (170.14 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to Elgin will take approximately 01 hours 41 minutes.
#1 Sterling
City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 14313 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°47'19"N 89°41'46"W |
| Latitude | 41.7886400 |
| Longitude | -89.6962200 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| 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 Sterling and Elgin
The distance between Sterling and Elgin is 170 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 53 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 Sterling and Elgin. The current time is 20:11:31.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 31 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.12 liters (3.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to Elgin is $13.46 (diesel $16.04).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $13.46 | $15.34 | $16.98 | $16.04 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sterling and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
