How far is DeKalb, IL from Chicago, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between DeKalb and Chicago is 56.86 miles (91.51 km).
Flight distance from DeKalb, IL to Chicago, IL is 56.86 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from DeKalb to Chicago with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from DeKalb, Illinois to Chicago, Illinois is: 65.33 miles (105.13 km) by car.
Driving from DeKalb to Chicago will take approximately 01 hours 16 minutes.
#1 DeKalb
The county seat of DeKalb County, Illinois. It is located in the northern part of the state. DeKalb is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the DeKalb Historical Society and the Northern Illinois University campus.
| Population | 42621 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°55'46"N 88°45'1"W |
| Latitude | 41.9294700 |
| Longitude | -88.7503600 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chicago
The third most populous city in the United States and the center of the Chicago metropolitan area. It is located on the shores of Lake Michigan, in northeastern Illinois. Chicago is a major center for finance, commerce, and industry.
| Population | 2677643 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°51'0"N 87°39'0"W |
| Latitude | 41.850033 |
| Longitude | -87.6500523 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Chicago: (-87.650099,41.850032)
Estimated Travel Time Between DeKalb and Chicago
The distance between DeKalb and Chicago is 105 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 10 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 DeKalb and Chicago. The current time is 23:15:50.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.73 liters (2.31 gallon) of gas to cover the route between DeKalb and Chicago.
The estimated cost of gas to go from DeKalb to Chicago is $8.31 (diesel $9.91).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $8.31 | $9.48 | $10.49 | $9.91 |
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The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between DeKalb and Chicago (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
