How far is Wauconda, IL from Elgin, IL?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Wauconda and Elgin is 16.95 miles (27.28 km).

Flight distance from Wauconda, IL to Elgin, IL is 16.95 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Wauconda, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 22.87 miles (36.8 km) by car.

Driving from Wauconda to Elgin will take approximately 00 hours 39 minutes.

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#1 Wauconda

Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States

Population 13432
GPS Coordinates 42°15'32"N 88°8'21"W
Latitude 42.2589100
Longitude -88.1392500
Altitude 245
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Wauconda and Elgin

The distance between Wauconda and Elgin is 37 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 24 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 Wauconda and Elgin. The current time is 20:27:54.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 45 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 34 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 27 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 22 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 19 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 18 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 17 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.05 liters (0.81 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Wauconda and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Wauconda to Elgin is $2.91 (diesel $3.47).

Illinois gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.11 $4.55 $4.3
Total $2.91 $3.32 $3.67 $3.47

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 24, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Wauconda and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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