How far is Reading, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Reading and Elgin is 73.31 miles (117.99 km).
Flight distance from Reading, IL to Elgin, IL is 73.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Reading to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Reading, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 87.5 miles (140.81 km) by car.
Driving from Reading to Elgin will take approximately 02 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Reading
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
| Population | 1860 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°4'0"N 88°51'15"W |
| Latitude | 41.0667000 |
| Longitude | -88.8542400 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| 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 Reading and Elgin
The distance between Reading and Elgin is 141 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 33 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 Reading and Elgin. The current time is 03:22:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.69 liters (3.09 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Reading and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Reading to Elgin is $11.14 (diesel $13.28).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $11.14 | $12.7 | $14.05 | $13.28 |
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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 November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Reading and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
