How far is Elmhurst, IL from Chicago, IL?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Elmhurst and Chicago is 15.32 miles (24.66 km).

Flight distance from Elmhurst, IL to Chicago, IL is 15.32 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Elmhurst, Illinois to Chicago, Illinois is: 18.75 miles (30.17 km) by car.

Driving from Elmhurst to Chicago will take approximately 00 hours 34 minutes.

Chicago image
#1 Elmhurst

A city in DuPage County, Illinois. It is located in the western suburbs of Chicago. Elmhurst is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Elmhurst Art Museum and the Elmhurst Historical Society.

Population 46532
GPS Coordinates 41°53'58"N 87°56'25"W
Latitude 41.8994700
Longitude -87.9403400
Altitude 209
Country United States
Chicago image
#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Elmhurst and Chicago

The distance between Elmhurst and Chicago is 30 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 Elmhurst and Chicago. The current time is 07:17:53.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 28 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 22 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 18 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 16 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 14 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 14 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.5 liters (0.66 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elmhurst and Chicago.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elmhurst to Chicago is $2.39 (diesel $2.84).

Illinois gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.11 $4.55 $4.3
Total $2.39 $2.72 $3.01 $2.84

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 November 24, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elmhurst and Chicago (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

Chicago image

Driving distance from Belleville, IL to Elmhurst 286.34 miles (461 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Bremen, IL to Elmhurst 328.99 miles (529 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Decatur, IL to Elmhurst 174.52 miles (281 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Quincy, IL to Elmhurst 301.63 miles (485 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Springfield, IL to Elmhurst 192.29 miles (309 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from York, IL to Elmhurst 242.96 miles (391 km)

Chicago image
Chicago image

Driving distance from Aurora, IL to Elmhurst 29.57 miles (48 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Berwyn, IL to Elmhurst 10.4 miles (17 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Bloomington, IL to Elmhurst 127.15 miles (205 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Calumet City, IL to Elmhurst 40.43 miles (65 km)

Chicago image

Driving distance from Champaign, IL to Elmhurst 143 miles (230 km)

Gas Cost Calculator