Distance from Phoenix to Elgin by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Elgin (IL) is 1421 miles or 2287 kilometers or 1234 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Elgin is 1701 miles (2738 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 280 miles or 451 km.

Phoenix to Elgin Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Elgin, IL

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Elgin, Illinois is 1701 miles or 2738 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Elgin, IL is 1701 miles or 2738 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Elgin, Illinois.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Elgin, Illinois is approximately 1701 miles (2738 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 31 to 32 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Elgin, IL

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Elgin, IL?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 33 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Elgin take?
Phoenix and Elgin are 31 hours 33 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 Phoenix and Elgin

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Elgin (IL) is 1 Hours.
Elgin time is 1 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in Phoenix	Current local time in Elgin
2025-12-15, 15:45:16 MST	2025-12-15, 16:45:16 CST

How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Elgin Illinois, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1701 mi	2738 km	1477.15 nmi
Straight line distance	1421 mi	2287 km	1234 nmi
Difference	280 mi	451 km	243 nmi

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