How far is Elgin, IL from Springfield, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elgin and Springfield is 170.05 miles (273.66 km).
Flight distance from Elgin, IL to Springfield, IL is 170.05 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 26 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 23 minutes to travel from Elgin to Springfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elgin, Illinois to Springfield, Illinois is: 217.77 miles (350.46 km) by car.
Driving from Elgin to Springfield will take approximately 03 hours 35 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 Springfield
The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol.
| Population | 113671 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°48'6"N 89°38'37"W |
| Latitude | 39.8017200 |
| Longitude | -89.6437100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Springfield: East Washington Street (-89.643712,39.801639)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elgin and Springfield
The distance between Elgin and Springfield is 350 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 53 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 Springfield. The current time is 13:15:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 15 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 37 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.09 liters (7.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elgin and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elgin to Springfield is $27.72 (diesel $33.04).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $27.72 | $31.6 | $34.97 | $33.04 |
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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 Elgin and Springfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
