How far is Lisle, IL from Aurora, IL?
Fastest route
directions from Lisle, Illinois, to Aurora, Illinois:
Distance: Approximately 17.4 miles (28.0 kilometers) Duration: About 26 minutes
Directions
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🚗 Get on I-88 W from Lincoln Ave and Warrenville Rd:
- Head south on Main St toward School St
- Turn right onto Burlington Ave
- Turn right onto Lincoln Ave
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Warrenville Rd
- Use the 2nd from the left lane to turn left onto Freedom Dr
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-88 W via the ramp to Aurora (Toll road)
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🛣️ Follow I-88 W to IL-31 S/State Rte 31 S/S Lincolnway St in North Aurora. Take exit 117 from I-88 W (Toll road)
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Aurora and merge onto IL-31 S/State Rte 31 S/S Lincolnway St
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🏙️ Follow IL-31 S/State Rte 31 S to W Galena Blvd in Aurora:
- Merge onto IL-31 S/State Rte 31 S/S Lincolnway St
- Continue to follow IL-31 S/State Rte 31 S (Pass by Taco Bell on the right in 0.9 mi)
- Turn right onto W Galena Blvd
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚘 Ensure your vehicle has sufficient fuel before starting the journey.
- 🌆 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid traffic congestion.
- 🛣️ Stay on the designated route to save time and avoid unnecessary detours.
- 💵 Prepare some cash for toll payments along the way.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time updates and accurate directions.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction that may affect the route.
- ☕ Take a short break during the journey to stay refreshed and focused.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 24m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
City in DuPage County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lisle and Aurora.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisle and Aurora.
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Start on Main Street
13 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto East Ogden Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · East Ogden Avenue
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Turn right onto Yackley Avenue
3136 ft · 1 min · Yackley Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Warrenville Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Warrenville Road
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Turn left onto Freedom Drive
156 m · 14 sec · Freedom Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 88 Toll West: Aurora
3235 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
10 mi · 12 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 31, IL 56 East
3174 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 Lisle 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.
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
9.98 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Sunny leaving Lisle and Sunny near Aurora.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lisle to Aurora?
The road trip is about 19 miles (30.5 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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?
Warrenville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.5 miles from Lisle and 10.4 miles from Aurora.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.53 one way or $5.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lisle and Sunny near Aurora.
Stop Ideas Near Warrenville
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 Warrenville.
Naperville
La Grange Road
Summit
Joliet Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lisle and Aurora. Straight-line distance: 12.94 mi (20.83 km).
#1 Lisle
Town in Illinois
| Population | 23,153 |
| Coordinates | 41.8011400, -88.0747900 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| 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: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.53 | $5.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
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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