How far is DeKalb, IL from Rockford, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between DeKalb and Rockford is 29.46 miles (47.4 km).
Flight distance from DeKalb, IL to Rockford, IL is 29.46 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from DeKalb, Illinois to Rockford, Illinois is: 43.36 miles (69.77 km) by car.
Driving from DeKalb to Rockford will take approximately 00 hours 49 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 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the northwestern part of the state. Rockford is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Rockford Art Museum and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.
| Population | 144835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°16'16"N 89°5'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.2711300 |
| Longitude | -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rockford: West State Street (-89.094046,42.271066)
Estimated Travel Time Between DeKalb and Rockford
The distance between DeKalb and Rockford is 70 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 46 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 Rockford. The current time is 23:07:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.79 liters (1.53 gallon) of gas to cover the route between DeKalb and Rockford.
The estimated cost of gas to go from DeKalb to Rockford is $5.52 (diesel $6.58).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $5.52 | $6.29 | $6.96 | $6.58 |
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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 Rockford (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
