Origin
Abingdon, IL
Evening in Abingdon on Thursday
Local time
6:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Abingdon, IL to Aurora, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
173.6 mi
279 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abingdon, IL
Tom Fisk
Aurora, IL
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Trip Overview
This 173.6-mile drive from Abingdon, IL to Aurora, IL is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 16 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated at $27. The route stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Illinois, making it a convenient journey for those looking to travel within the state. With 92% of the drive on highways, it's designed for efficient travel, and you'll experience one significant stretch of 116.7 miles on IL 110 without needing to stop for major road changes. This makes it a good option if you're looking for a quick trip with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86.8 miles from Abingdon, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 173.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The majority of this drive, 92%, is on highways, offering a consistent and efficient travel experience. You'll primarily follow IL 110, also known as the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, for long, uninterrupted stretches, including the longest segment of 116.7 miles. This highway-focused profile means you can settle into a rhythm and cover ground quickly. While the road is predominantly high-speed, remember that North Monroe Street is also part of the main route, so be aware of potential transitions as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of steady progress across the Illinois landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 110 is the longest continuous segment at about 116.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 110 and Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.4 miles (IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
10.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
15.5 mi into trip
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~21m in
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IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway toward I 74 West: Moline, Rock Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
47.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway toward I 80 West: Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
6
53.7 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
|
IL 110
Take the exit onto IL 110 toward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4B
Toward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Fa...
8
170.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
|
IL 56
Take the exit onto IL 56 toward IL 31 East, IL 56 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 117
Toward IL 31 East, IL 56 East
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Abingdon, IL and Aurora, IL, road signs point toward Rock Island and Rock Falls.
Rock Island
15.5 mi in
|
~21m
|
via IL 110
Rock Falls
53.7 mi in
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~1h 3m
|
via IL 110
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 110 | 116.7 mi | 2h 5m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 43.2 mi | 47m |
| North Monroe Street | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| North Lake Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| IL 56 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Lincolnway Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Galena Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 110
— 116.7 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abingdon, IL and Aurora, IL.
1
Start on West Pearl Street
82 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Pearl Street
2
Turn left onto IL 41
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
North Monroe Street
3
Turn left onto IL 41
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Main Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
5
Merge onto US 34; IL 110
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 110
32 mi
·
34 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Toward I 74 West: Moline, Rock Island
7
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
8
Take the exit onto IL 110
117 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
IL 110
Exit 4B
Toward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Falls
9
Take the exit onto IL 56
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 56
Exit 117
Toward IL 31 East, IL 56 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto IL 31
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Lincolnway Street
11
Continue on IL 31
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lake Street
12
Turn right onto West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
13
Arrive at destination
West Galena Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 16-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in when you depart. Consider an early morning start to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you get closer to Aurora. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $27, planning is minimal. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 116 miles on IL 110, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services might be more spaced out on the expressway sections.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.8 miles from Abingdon, IL, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 38 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.8 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aurora, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Abingdon, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Abingdon, IL
This is one driving day of about 173.6 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Abingdon, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on IL 110 for about 116.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.8 mi from Abingdon, IL · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.8 miles from Abingdon, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before IL 110 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116.7 miles.
Arriving in Aurora, IL
The final approach into Aurora, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Aurora, IL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.14 one way
$54.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.80 | $59.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.41 | $66.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.33 | $76.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.23 | $8.33 |
| Efficient EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.19 | $6.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.30 | $11.11 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Aurora, IL
Evening in Aurora on Thursday
Local time
6:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 15 mph
37% chance
Live forecast
50°F
Sterling, IL
87 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
31 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Abingdon, IL to Aurora, IL covers 173.6 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 110, Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, North Monroe Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.8 miles from Abingdon, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.4 miles (IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Abingdon, IL and Aurora, IL, road signs point toward Rock Island and Rock Falls.
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