How far is Thornton, IL from Aurora, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Thornton and Aurora is 39.08 miles (62.9 km).
Flight distance from Thornton, IL to Aurora, IL is 39.08 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Thornton, Illinois to Aurora, Illinois is: 58.38 miles (93.96 km) by car.
Driving from Thornton to Aurora will take approximately 01 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Thornton
Village in Cook County, Illinois, USA
| Population | 2367 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°34'5"N 87°36'29"W |
| Latitude | 41.5680900 |
| Longitude | -87.6081000 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Aurora
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the western part of the state. Aurora is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Aurora History Museum and the Paramount Theatre.
| Population | 196383 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°45'38"N 88°19'12"W |
| Latitude | 41.7605800 |
| Longitude | -88.3200700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Aurora: West Galena Boulevard (-88.320111,41.76053)
Estimated Travel Time Between Thornton and Aurora
The distance between Thornton and Aurora is 94 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 02 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Thornton and Aurora. The current time is 06:12:17.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.8 liters (2.06 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Thornton and Aurora.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Thornton to Aurora is $7.43 (diesel $8.86).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $7.43 | $8.47 | $9.38 | $8.86 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Thornton and Aurora (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
