How far is Des Plaines, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Plaines and Elgin is 20.42 miles (32.86 km).
Flight distance from Des Plaines, IL to Elgin, IL is 20.42 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Plaines, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 29.19 miles (46.98 km) by car.
Driving from Des Plaines to Elgin will take approximately 00 hours 33 minutes.
#1 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 |
#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 Des Plaines and Elgin
The distance between Des Plaines and Elgin is 47 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 31 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 Des Plaines and Elgin. The current time is 01:36:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.9 liters (1.03 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Plaines and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Plaines to Elgin is $3.72 (diesel $4.43).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $3.72 | $4.24 | $4.69 | $4.43 |
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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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Plaines and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
