How far is Aurora, IL from University Park, IL?
The driving distance from Aurora, IL to University Park, IL is about 56 miles (90.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.5 miles (63.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
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.
The most populous city in Will County, Illinois.
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 University Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora and University Park.
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Start on West Galena Boulevard
2334 ft · 53 sec · West Galena Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Broadway
140 m · 13 sec · North Broadway
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Turn right onto East New York Street
5.6 mi · 10 min · East New York Street
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Turn right onto Illinois Route 59
1 mi · 2 min · Illinois Route 59
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Turn left onto 75th Street
8.8 mi · 15 min · 75th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 355 Toll South: Joliet
1727 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
15.1 mi · 17 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Indiana
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
10.6 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 57 South: Memphis
3222 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6.8 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Stuenkel Road, University Parkway
2674 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto West Stuenkel Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Stuenkel Road
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Continue on Stuenkel Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Stuenkel Road
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Turn right onto University Parkway
1.8 mi · 3 min · University Parkway
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Turn right onto Burnham Drive
1619 ft · 1 min · Burnham Drive
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Turn left onto Sandra Drive
74 m · 16 sec · Sandra Drive
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Turn left
62 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aurora and University Park.
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.
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
15.1 mi · 00h 17m
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 Cloudy leaving Aurora and Chance Rain Showers near University Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurora to University Park?
The road trip is about 56 miles (90.1 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Lockport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28 miles from Aurora and 28 miles from University Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.5 miles (63.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 3:46 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.12 one way or $18.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Aurora and Chance Rain Showers near University Park.
Stop Ideas Near Lockport
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 Lockport.
Joliet Transportation Center
Naperville
La Grange Road
Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurora and University Park. Straight-line distance: 39.53 mi (63.62 km).
#1 Aurora
The second most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 196,383 |
| Coordinates | 41.7605800, -88.3200700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 University Park
Village in Will County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.4429800, -87.6836000 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
End: University Park (-87.6836, 41.44298)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $4.61 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
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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