Origin
Arthur, IL
Afternoon in Arthur on Tuesday
Local time
2:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 21m
Distance
177.5 mi
286 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 10m
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6 AM
3h 22m
8 AM
3h 46m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 28m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 45m
8 PM
3h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arthur, IL
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Aurora, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL covers 177.5 miles and takes about 3h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North County Road 000 East, Route 36, County Road 950 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.75 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
88.7 miles from Arthur, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 3h 21m drive with frequent turns across 177.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 43 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North County Road 000 East is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL is easy. At 3h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North County Road 000 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 36 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 950 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North County Road 50 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 14 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North County Road 50E | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 00 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North County Road 000 East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arthur, IL and Aurora, IL.
1
Start on South Vine Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Vine Street
2
Continue on North County Road 000 East
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
North County Road 000 East
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto United States Route 36
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
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United States Route 36
4
Continue on County Road 950 North
522 ft
·
14 sec
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County Road 950 North
5
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on North County Road 50 East
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
North County Road 50 East
7
Continue on County Highway 14
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway 14
8
Continue on North County Road 50E
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North County Road 50E
9
Continue on County Road 00 East
4.0 mi
·
7 min
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County Road 00 East
10
Continue on County Line Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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County Line Street
11
Continue on Johnson Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Johnson Street
12
Continue on County Road 17
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 17
13
Turn left onto County Road 6
9.2 mi
·
12 min
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County Road 6
14
Continue on Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street
15
Continue on County Road 200 East
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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County Road 200 East
16
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Main Street
17
Turn right onto County Road 1600 N
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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County Road 1600 N
18
Turn left onto County Road 300 E
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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County Road 300 E
19
Continue on South Division Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Division Street
20
Turn right onto East Oak Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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East Oak Street
21
Turn left onto South Lombard Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lombard Street
22
Continue on County Road 400 East
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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County Road 400 East
23
Continue on County Road 350 East
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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County Road 350 East
24
Continue on County Road 400 East
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 400 East
25
Continue on County Road 450 East
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 450 East
26
Continue on North 450 East Road
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North 450 East Road
27
Continue on North 450E Road
384 ft
·
7 sec
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North 450E Road
28
Continue on South Sangamon Avenue
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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South Sangamon Avenue
29
Turn left onto West 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
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West 1st Street
30
Turn slight right
138 ft
·
7 sec
31
Turn right
78 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
32
Turn right onto Walker Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Walker Road
33
Turn left onto Ashley Road
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Ashley Road
34
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Schoolhouse Road
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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East Schoolhouse Road
35
Turn left onto Minkler Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Minkler Road
36
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Minkler Road
125 ft
·
4 sec
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Minkler Road
37
Exit the roundabout onto Minkler Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Minkler Road
38
Continue on Orchard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orchard Road
39
Turn right
1.2 mi
·
2 min
40
Continue straight
2.5 mi
·
4 min
41
Continue straight
3.4 mi
·
5 min
42
Turn left onto West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
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10 sec
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West Galena Boulevard
43
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 88.7 miles from Arthur, IL, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.7 miles or 1h 40m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aurora, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arthur, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Arthur, IL
This is one driving day of about 177.5 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arthur, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.7 mi from Arthur, IL · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.7 miles from Arthur, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.75 one way
$55.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.47 | $60.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.16 | $68.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.19 | $78.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.64 | $8.52 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71 | 0 | $24.85 | $11.36 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Aurora on Tuesday
Local time
2:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 21m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL covers 177.5 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North County Road 000 East, Route 36, County Road 950 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.7 miles from Arthur, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.75 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.
The drive from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL is easy. At 3h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arthur, IL to Aurora, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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