How far is Atlanta, IL from Aurora, IL?
The driving distance from Atlanta, IL to Aurora, IL is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Atlanta and Aurora.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlanta and Aurora.
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Start on South Street
82 m · 11 sec · South Street
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Turn right onto East South Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East South Street
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Turn left onto I 55 North: Bloomington
1098 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
16 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
63.6 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 47: Morris, Dwight
1853 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left
32 mi · 39 min
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Turn right onto Walker Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Walker Road
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Turn left onto Ashley Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Ashley Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Schoolhouse Road
2391 ft · 46 sec · East Schoolhouse Road
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Turn left onto Minkler Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · Minkler Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Minkler Road
38 m · 4 sec · Minkler Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Minkler Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Minkler Road
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Continue on Orchard Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Orchard Road
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto West Galena Boulevard
575 ft · 10 sec · West Galena Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Galena Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Atlanta and Aurora.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
63.6 mi · 01h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Atlanta and Mostly Sunny near Aurora.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Atlanta to Aurora?
The road trip is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km) and usually takes 02h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Odell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65 miles from Atlanta and 64.7 miles from Aurora.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.27 one way or $34.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Atlanta and Mostly Sunny near Aurora.
Stop Ideas Near Odell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Odell.
Dwight station
Pontiac station
Gilman
Kankakee
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Atlanta and Aurora. Straight-line distance: 114.12 mi (183.66 km).
#1 Atlanta
City in Logan County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,582 |
| Coordinates | 40.2594800, -89.2334200 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Aurora
The second most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 196,383 |
| Coordinates | 41.7605800, -88.3200700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Galena Boulevard (-88.320111, 41.76053)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.48 | $38.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.32 | $42.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.29 | $48.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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