Distance from Atlanta to Elgin by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to Elgin (IL) is 610 miles or 982 kilometers or 530 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to Elgin is 725 miles (1167 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 115 miles or 185 km.

Atlanta to Elgin Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and Elgin, IL
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to Elgin, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to Elgin, Illinois is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Elgin, IL

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Elgin, Illinois is 725 miles or 1167 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Elgin, IL is 725 miles or 1167 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in Elgin, Illinois.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Elgin, Illinois is approximately 725 miles (1167 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to Elgin, IL

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to Elgin, IL?
The total driving time is 14 hours, 9 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to Elgin take?
Atlanta and Elgin are 14 hours 9 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and Elgin

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and Elgin (IL) is 1 Hours.
Elgin time is 1 Hours behind Atlanta.

Current local time in Atlanta	Current local time in Elgin
2025-12-19, 04:29:39 EST	2025-12-19, 03:29:39 CST

How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and Elgin Illinois, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and Elgin, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	725 mi	1167 km	629.59 nmi
Straight line distance	610 mi	982 km	530 nmi
Difference	115 mi	185 km	99 nmi

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