Aurora, Illinois to Lima, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229.9 miles 370 km · straight line
287.4 miles estimated 462.5 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Aurora, Illinois from Lima, Ohio?

The distance from Aurora, Illinois to Lima, Ohio is 229.9 miles (370 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Ohio is located ESE of Aurora, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 287.4 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Aurora, Illinois in Illinois and Lima, Ohio in Ohio.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aurora, Illinois and Lima, Ohio. 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 Aurora, Illinois to Lima, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $34–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aurora, Illinois & Lima, Ohio

Quick Facts

Aurora, Illinois
41.76°N, 88.32°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
Lima, Ohio
40.74°N, 84.11°W
America/New_York
268m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients