How far is Somerset, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Somerset and Elgin is 302.96 miles (487.57 km).
Flight distance from Somerset, IL to Elgin, IL is 302.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 45 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 41 minutes to travel from Somerset to Elgin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Somerset, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 379.28 miles (610.39 km) by car.
Driving from Somerset to Elgin will take approximately 06 hours 12 minutes.
#1 Somerset
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 3955 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°39'16"N 88°27'26"W |
| Latitude | 37.6544900 |
| Longitude | -88.4572700 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| 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 Somerset and Elgin
The distance between Somerset and Elgin is 610 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 46 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 Somerset and Elgin. The current time is 01:05:28.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 05 hours 03 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 50.66 liters (13.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Somerset and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Somerset to Elgin is $48.27 (diesel $57.55).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $48.27 | $55.03 | $60.91 | $57.55 |
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 Somerset and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
