How far is Plainfield, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Plainfield and Elgin is 202.84 miles (326.43 km).
Flight distance from Plainfield, IL to Elgin, IL is 202.84 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 30 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 27 minutes to travel from Plainfield to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Plainfield, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 252.53 miles (406.4 km) by car.
Driving from Plainfield to Elgin will take approximately 04 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Plainfield
Village in Illinois, United States
| Population | 44542 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°6'13"N 88°8'7"W |
| Latitude | 39.1036500 |
| Longitude | -88.1353200 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| 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 Plainfield and Elgin
The distance between Plainfield and Elgin is 406 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 30 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 Plainfield and Elgin. The current time is 00:15:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 18 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 03 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 36 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 33.73 liters (8.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Plainfield and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Plainfield to Elgin is $32.14 (diesel $38.32).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $32.14 | $36.64 | $40.55 | $38.32 |
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 Plainfield and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
