How far is Aurora, IL from Sleepy Hollow, IL?
The driving distance from Aurora, IL to Sleepy Hollow, IL is about 27.5 miles (44.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.1 miles (37.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.
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.
Chicago suburb in Kane and DuPage counties of Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aurora and Sleepy Hollow.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora and Sleepy Hollow.
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Start on West Galena Boulevard
575 ft · 15 sec · West Galena Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Lake Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Lake Street
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Continue on South Lincolnway Street
2.1 mi · 5 min · South Lincolnway Street
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Turn left onto Mooseheart Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Mooseheart Road
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Turn right
34 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto South Randall Road
19.9 mi · 33 min · South Randall Road
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Turn right onto Higgins Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Higgins Road
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Turn right onto Sharon Drive
1428 ft · 1 min · Sharon Drive
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Keep slight left to continue on Hillcrest Drive
1479 ft · 1 min · Hillcrest Drive
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Turn right onto Thorobred Lane
648 ft · 30 sec · Thorobred Lane
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Turn left onto Bullfrog Road
122 m · 22 sec · Bullfrog Road
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Turn left onto Willow Lane
1199 ft · 53 sec · Willow Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Willow Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aurora and Sleepy Hollow.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Randall Road
Turn right onto South Randall Road
19.9 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Aurora and Mostly Sunny near Sleepy Hollow.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurora to Sleepy Hollow?
The road trip is about 27.5 miles (44.3 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
St. Charles is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.7 miles from Aurora and 13.7 miles from Sleepy Hollow.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.1 miles (37.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.36 one way or $8.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Aurora and Mostly Sunny near Sleepy Hollow.
Stop Ideas Near St. Charles
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 St. Charles.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurora and Sleepy Hollow. Straight-line distance: 23.07 mi (37.12 km).
#1 Aurora
The second most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 196,383 |
| Coordinates | 41.7605800, -88.3200700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sleepy Hollow
Sleepy Hollow is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.0941900, -88.3025800 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sleepy Hollow (-88.30258, 42.09419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.50 | $4.36 | $8.72 |
| Mid-grade | $5.12 | $4.96 | $9.93 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $5.51 | $11.01 |
| Diesel | $6.52 | $6.33 | $12.65 |
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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