Aurora, Illinois to Watertown, South Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Aurora, Illinois from Watertown, South Dakota?

The distance from Aurora, Illinois to Watertown, South Dakota is 492 miles (791.8 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, South Dakota is located WNW of Aurora, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 590.4 miles, taking about 11h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Aurora, Illinois in Illinois and Watertown, South Dakota in South Dakota.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aurora, Illinois and Watertown, South Dakota. 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.