Appleton to Aurora, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Appleton from Aurora, Illinois?

The distance from Appleton to Aurora, Illinois is 172.9 miles (278.2 km) as the crow flies. Aurora, Illinois is located S of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.1 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Aurora, Illinois in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton and Aurora, Illinois. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.