How far is Preston Heights, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Preston Heights and Elgin is 39.07 miles (62.88 km).
Flight distance from Preston Heights, IL to Elgin, IL is 39.07 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Preston Heights, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 58.38 miles (93.96 km) by car.
Driving from Preston Heights to Elgin will take approximately 01 hours 08 minutes.
#1 Preston Heights
Census designated place
| Population | 2575 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°29'30"N 88°4'54"W |
| Latitude | 41.4917000 |
| Longitude | -88.0817200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| 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 Preston Heights and Elgin
The distance between Preston Heights and Elgin is 94 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 02 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 Preston Heights and Elgin. The current time is 08:19:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.8 liters (2.06 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Preston Heights and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Preston Heights to Elgin is $7.43 (diesel $8.86).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $7.43 | $8.47 | $9.38 | $8.86 |
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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 September 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Preston Heights and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
