How far is Metropolis, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Metropolis and Elgin is 338.45 miles (544.68 km).
Flight distance from Metropolis, IL to Elgin, IL is 338.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 48 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 44 minutes to travel from Metropolis to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 404.06 miles (650.27 km) by car.
Driving from Metropolis to Elgin will take approximately 06 hours 21 minutes.
#1 Metropolis
Very large and significant city or urban area usually with millions of inhabitants
| Population | 5885 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°9'4"N 88°43'55"W |
| Latitude | 37.1511700 |
| Longitude | -88.7320000 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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 Metropolis and Elgin
The distance between Metropolis and Elgin is 650 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 07 hours 13 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 Metropolis and Elgin. The current time is 04:15:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10 hours 06 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 05 hours 23 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 05 hours 02 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 53.97 liters (14.26 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Metropolis and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Metropolis to Elgin is $51.43 (diesel $61.31).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $51.43 | $58.63 | $64.89 | $61.31 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Metropolis and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
