Aurora, Illinois to Markham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

481.1 miles 774.3 km · straight line
577.4 miles estimated 929.2 km · driving distance
11h 37min estimated drive time
$56 - $68 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Aurora, Illinois from Markham?

The distance from Aurora, Illinois to Markham is 481.1 miles (774.3 km) as the crow flies. Markham is located ENE of Aurora, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 577.4 miles, taking about 11h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Aurora, Illinois is in Illinois, United States, while Markham is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aurora, Illinois and Markham. 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 Markham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 37min $56 - $68 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 56min $46–$87* Budget
Train ~11h 2min $69–$202* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aurora, Illinois & Markham

Quick Facts

Aurora, Illinois
41.76°N, 88.32°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
Markham
43.87°N, 79.27°W
America/Toronto
168m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 160 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 51.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients