Arlington Heights to Aurora, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

28.6 miles 46 km · straight line
37.2 miles estimated 59.8 km · driving distance
45min estimated drive time
$4 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
218° SW bearing direction

How far is Arlington Heights from Aurora, Illinois?

The distance from Arlington Heights to Aurora, Illinois is 28.6 miles (46 km) as the crow flies. Aurora, Illinois is located SW of Arlington Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 37.2 miles, taking about 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Arlington Heights 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.

How to Get from Arlington Heights to Aurora, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 45min $4 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Arlington Heights & Aurora, Illinois

Quick Facts

Arlington Heights
42.09°N, 87.98°W
America/Chicago
214m elevation
Aurora, Illinois
41.76°N, 88.32°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 871.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients