Origin
Aurora, IL
Afternoon in Aurora on Thursday
Local time
12:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
80.7 mi
130 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aurora, IL
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Chatsworth, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
The drive from Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL covers 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Lake Street, Orchard Road, Minkler Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.62 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.
Midpoint
40.3 miles from Aurora, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 80.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 57m drive with frequent turns across 80.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Lake Street 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL is easy. At 1h 57m 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 Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lake Street | — | — |
| Orchard Road | — | — |
| Minkler Road | — | — |
| East Schoolhouse Road | — | — |
| Ashley Road | — | — |
| Caton Farm Road | — | — |
| North Bridge Street | — | — |
| North Union Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Lake Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, IL and Chatsworth, IL.
1
Start on West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
2
Turn right onto South Lake Street
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
South Lake Street
3
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
2 min
4
Turn left onto Orchard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orchard Road
5
Continue on Minkler Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Minkler Road
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Minkler Road
128 ft
·
4 sec
·
Minkler Road
7
Exit the roundabout onto Minkler Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Minkler Road
8
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Schoolhouse Road
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Schoolhouse Road
9
Turn left onto Ashley Road
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Ashley Road
10
Turn right onto Caton Farm Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Farm Road
11
Turn left
7.2 mi
·
9 min
12
Continue on North Bridge Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bridge Street
13
Continue straight
24 mi
·
27 min
14
Turn left onto North Union Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Union Street
15
Continue on North 2700 East Road
22 mi
·
35 min
·
North 2700 East Road
16
Continue on North Center Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Center Street
17
Turn left onto East Wabash Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Wabash Street
18
Continue on East 825 North Road
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East 825 North Road
19
Continue on East 830 North Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East 830 North Road
20
Continue on East 800 N Road
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
East 800 N Road
21
Turn left onto West Walnut Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Walnut Street
22
Turn left onto 4th Street
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
4th Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.3 miles from Aurora, IL, or about 58m 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chatsworth, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Aurora, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aurora, IL
This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Aurora, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.3 mi from Aurora, IL · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.3 miles from Aurora, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chatsworth, IL
The final approach into Chatsworth, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.62 one way
$25.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.85 | $27.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.53 | $31.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Chatsworth, IL
Afternoon in Chatsworth on Thursday
Local time
12:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Central, IL
40 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
18 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
1h 57m 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 Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL covers 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Lake Street, Orchard Road, Minkler Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.3 miles from Aurora, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.62 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL is easy. At 1h 57m 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 Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Aurora, IL to Chatsworth, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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