Distance from Chicago to Elgin by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Elgin (IL) is 36 miles or 58 kilometers or 32 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Elgin is 45 miles (73 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 9 miles or 15 km.

Chicago to Elgin Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Elgin, IL

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is 45 miles or 73 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Elgin, IL is 45 miles or 73 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Elgin, Illinois.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Elgin, Illinois is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 1 to 2 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Elgin, IL

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Elgin, IL?
The total driving time is 1 hours, 5 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Elgin take?
Chicago and Elgin are 1 hours 5 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 Chicago and Elgin

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Elgin (IL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Elgin
2025-12-19, 06:18:36 CST	2025-12-19, 06:18:36 CST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Elgin Illinois, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	45 mi	73 km	39.08 nmi
Straight line distance	36 mi	58 km	32 nmi
Difference	9 mi	15 km	7 nmi

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