How far is Highwood, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Highwood and Elgin is 26.67 miles (42.92 km).
Flight distance from Highwood, IL to Elgin, IL is 26.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Highwood, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 37.39 miles (60.17 km) by car.
Driving from Highwood to Elgin will take approximately 00 hours 50 minutes.
#1 Highwood
City in Illinois
| Population | 5301 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°11'59"N 87°48'33"W |
| Latitude | 42.1997500 |
| Longitude | -87.8092300 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| 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 Highwood and Elgin
The distance between Highwood and Elgin is 60 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 40 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 Highwood and Elgin. The current time is 09:00:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.99 liters (1.32 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Highwood and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Highwood to Elgin is $4.76 (diesel $5.67).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $4.76 | $5.43 | $6 | $5.67 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Highwood and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
