How far is Winnetka, IL from Elgin, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Winnetka and Elgin is 28.39 miles (45.69 km).
Flight distance from Winnetka, IL to Elgin, IL is 28.39 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Winnetka, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is: 33.36 miles (53.69 km) by car.
Driving from Winnetka to Elgin will take approximately 00 hours 49 minutes.
#1 Winnetka
Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 12194 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°6'29"N 87°44'9"W |
| Latitude | 42.1080800 |
| Longitude | -87.7359000 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| 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 Winnetka and Elgin
The distance between Winnetka and Elgin is 54 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 35 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 Winnetka and Elgin. The current time is 00:50:04.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.46 liters (1.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Winnetka and Elgin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Winnetka to Elgin is $4.25 (diesel $5.06).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $4.25 | $4.84 | $5.36 | $5.06 |
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 November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Winnetka and Elgin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
