How far is Elgin, IL from Chicago, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elgin and Chicago is 34.92 miles (56.2 km).
Flight distance from Elgin, IL to Chicago, IL is 34.92 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elgin, Illinois to Chicago, Illinois is: 42.92 miles (69.07 km) by car.
Driving from Elgin to Chicago will take approximately 00 hours 53 minutes.
#1 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 |
#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 Elgin and Chicago
The distance between Elgin and Chicago is 69 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 Elgin and Chicago. The current time is 13:19:28.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 36 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 5.73 liters (1.51 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Chicago.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Chicago is $5.46 (diesel $6.51).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $5.46 | $6.23 | $6.89 | $6.51 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elgin and Chicago (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
