How far is Huntley, IL from Aurora, IL?
The driving distance from Huntley, IL to Aurora, IL is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Huntley and Aurora.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntley and Aurora.
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Start on the route
26 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
11 mi · 18 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
39 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
33 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
10.8 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2700 ft · 44 sec
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Take the exit left toward I 88 East Toll: Chicago
1417 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
7 mi · 8 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 31 East, IL 56 East
2953 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto South Lincolnway Street
1904 ft · 53 sec · South Lincolnway Street
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Continue on North Lake Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · North Lake Street
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Turn right 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 Huntley and Aurora.
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.
Longest stretch
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11 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Huntley and Showers And Thunderstorms near Aurora.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huntley to Aurora?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Indian Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Huntley and 18.1 miles from Aurora.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.83 one way or $9.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Huntley and Showers And Thunderstorms near Aurora.
Stop Ideas Near Indian Creek
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 Indian Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Huntley and Aurora. Straight-line distance: 28.69 mi (46.18 km).
#1 Huntley
Village in McHenry and Kane counties, Illinois, United States
| Population | 27,256 |
| Coordinates | 42.1680800, -88.4281400 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| 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: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $3.77 | $4.83 | $9.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.44 | $10.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.79 | $13.58 |
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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