How far is DeKalb, IL from Des Plaines, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between DeKalb and Des Plaines is 45.1 miles (72.59 km).
Flight distance from DeKalb, IL to Des Plaines, IL is 45.1 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 06 minutes to travel from DeKalb to Des Plaines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from DeKalb, Illinois to Des Plaines, Illinois is: 62.53 miles (100.63 km) by car.
Driving from DeKalb to Des Plaines will take approximately 01 hours 05 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 Des Plaines
The most populous city in Cook County, Illinois. It is located on the Des Plaines River in northeastern Illinois. Des Plaines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Des Plaines History Center and the Des Plaines Theatre.
| Population | 58179 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'0"N 87°53'0"W |
| Latitude | 42.0333600 |
| Longitude | -87.8834000 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Des Plaines: Henry Avenue (-87.883408,42.033456)
Estimated Travel Time Between DeKalb and Des Plaines
The distance between DeKalb and Des Plaines is 101 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 07 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 Des Plaines. The current time is 23:31:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.35 liters (2.21 gallon) of gas to cover the route between DeKalb and Des Plaines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from DeKalb to Des Plaines is $7.96 (diesel $9.49).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $7.96 | $9.07 | $10.04 | $9.49 |
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 December 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between DeKalb and Des Plaines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
