How far is Aurora, IL from Rockford, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Aurora and Rockford is 53.13 miles (85.5 km).
Flight distance from Aurora, IL to Rockford, IL is 53.13 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Aurora to Rockford with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Aurora, Illinois to Rockford, Illinois is: 72.51 miles (116.69 km) by car.
Driving from Aurora to Rockford will take approximately 01 hours 14 minutes.
#1 Aurora
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the western part of the state. Aurora is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Aurora History Museum and the Paramount Theatre.
| Population | 196383 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°45'38"N 88°19'12"W |
| Latitude | 41.7605800 |
| Longitude | -88.3200700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the northwestern part of the state. Rockford is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Rockford Art Museum and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.
| Population | 144835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°16'16"N 89°5'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.2711300 |
| Longitude | -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rockford: West State Street (-89.094046,42.271066)
Estimated Travel Time Between Aurora and Rockford
The distance between Aurora and Rockford is 117 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 17 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Aurora and Rockford. The current time is 04:28:42.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.69 liters (2.56 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Aurora and Rockford.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Aurora to Rockford is $9.23 (diesel $11).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $9.23 | $10.52 | $11.64 | $11 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 10, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Aurora and Rockford (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
