Aurora, Illinois to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

36.5 miles 58.7 km · straight line
41.3 miles actual route 66.5 km · driving distance
57min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Aurora, Illinois from Chicago?

The distance from Aurora, Illinois to Chicago is 36.5 miles (58.7 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located ENE of Aurora, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 41.3 miles, taking about 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Aurora, Illinois and Chicago. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aurora, Illinois to Chicago

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 57min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Aurora, Illinois & Chicago

Quick Facts

Aurora, Illinois
41.76°N, 88.32°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 682.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM