How far is Aurora, IL from Waterman, IL?
The driving distance from Aurora, IL to Waterman, IL is about 24.2 miles (38.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Kane County, Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aurora and Waterman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora and Waterman.
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Start on West Galena Boulevard
5 mi · 11 min · West Galena Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward IL 56 West: Hinckley
1974 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
17.2 mi · 26 min
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Turn right onto North Elm Street
980 ft · 29 sec · North Elm Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Elm Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aurora and Waterman.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
IL 56 West
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17.2 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Aurora and Mostly Sunny near Waterman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurora to Waterman?
The road trip is about 24.2 miles (38.9 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Big Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.1 miles from Aurora and 12.1 miles from Waterman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.21 one way or $6.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Aurora and Mostly Sunny near Waterman.
Stop Ideas Near Big Rock
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 Big Rock.
Plano
Naperville
Joliet Transportation Center
Mendota station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurora and Waterman. Straight-line distance: 23.39 mi (37.64 km).
#1 Aurora
The second most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 196,383 |
| Coordinates | 41.7605800, -88.3200700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waterman
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,497 |
| Coordinates | 41.7717000, -88.7736900 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waterman (-88.77369, 41.7717)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.21 | $6.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.62 | $7.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.96 | $7.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
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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