Trip from Aurora, IL to Marion, IL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 46m

Distance

261.6 mi

421 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

12 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 34m ★

6 AM

5h 47m

8 AM

6h 13m

10 AM

5h 56m

12 PM

5h 54m

3 PM

5h 57m

5 PM

6h 12m

8 PM

5h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Aurora, IL to Marion, IL covers 261.6 miles and takes about 5h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 57, I 55, North 1250th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 117.7 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.90 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

130.8 miles from Aurora, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 46m. Total distance: 261.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 46m drive with frequent turns across 261.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 51 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 117.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 22 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in near US 30 / 143rd Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 261.6 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 11.8 miles (US 30 / 143rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (US 30; IL 59 / North Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

11.8 mi into trip | ~19m in | US 30 / 143rd Street

Turn left onto US 30 / 143rd Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

12.8 mi into trip | ~21m in | US 30; IL 59 / North Division Street

Turn right onto US 30; IL 59 / North Division Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

16.2 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the ramp toward I 55 South: Bloomington

Navigation decision point

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington

16.5 mi into trip | ~29m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

181 mi into trip | ~3h 42m in

Take the exit toward IL 16 East: Charleston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 190A Toward IL 16 East: Charleston

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	117.7 mi	2h 6m
I 55	15.8 mi	18m
North 1250th Street	13.3 mi	19m
County Road 1150	12.3 mi	16m
South Van Buren Street	11 mi	15m
Route 130	10 mi	14m
County Road North 303 West	7.8 mi	13m
Lincoln Highway	7.4 mi	11m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 117.7 mi, about 2h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, IL and Marion, IL.

Start on West Galena Boulevard

0.4 mi · 52 sec · West Galena Boulevard

Turn left onto IL 25

458 ft · 13 sec · North Broadway

Turn right onto East New York Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · East New York Street

Turn slight right

175 ft · 8 sec

Turn slight right onto North Ohio Street

0.1 mi · 17 sec · North Ohio Street

Turn left onto East Galena Boulevard

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East Galena Boulevard

Continue on Hill Avenue

2.5 mi · 4 min · Hill Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto US 30

7.4 mi · 11 min · Lincoln Highway

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto US 30

1.0 mi · 1 min · 143rd Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto US 30; IL 59

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Division Street

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto US 30

2.2 mi · 4 min · North Joliet Road

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington

Merge onto I 55

16 mi · 18 min · I 55

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward North River Road

Turn left onto CH 44

0.3 mi · 31 sec · County Highway 44

Continue on CH 44

1.4 mi · 1 min · North River Road

Continue on CH 44

2.3 mi · 3 min · New River Road

At end of road, turn right onto IL 53

0.5 mi · 48 sec · South Chicago Road

Turn left onto CH 25

3.0 mi · 4 min · West Peotone Road

Turn right onto CH 7

2.0 mi · 2 min · South Chicago Road

Continue on Old Chicago Road

3.7 mi · 5 min · Old Chicago Road

At end of road, turn left onto IL 102

3.6 mi · 5 min · IL 102

Turn right onto CH 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · Warner Bridge Rd North 7000W Road

Turn left onto IL 113

7.8 mi · 13 min · County Road North 303 West

Continue on IL 113

1.5 mi · 2 min · North Wall Street

Continue on South Wall Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Wall Street

Continue on West Water Street

0.4 mi · 43 sec · West Water Street

Continue on US 45; US 52

0.5 mi · 49 sec · South East Avenue

Turn right onto US 45; US 52

1.8 mi · 2 min · South Schuyler Avenue

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 57 sec

Toward I-57 South: Champaign

Merge onto I 57

118 mi · 2 hr 6 min · I 57

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec

Exit 190A Toward IL 16 East: Charleston

Turn straight onto IL 16

0.7 mi · 1 min · Charleston Avenue East

Continue on IL 16

6.0 mi · 8 min · Illinois Route 16

Continue on IL 16

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Lincoln Avenue

Turn right onto IL 130

1.6 mi · 2 min · 18th Street

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · Illinois Route 130

Continue on IL 130

10.0 mi · 14 min · Route 130

Continue on IL 130

2.0 mi · 2 min · County Road 1825 East

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · County Road 1775 E

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 32 sec · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

1.3 mi · 1 min · 1700E

Continue on IL 130

4.0 mi · 5 min · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

2.1 mi · 3 min · County Road 1700E

Continue on IL 130

13 mi · 19 min · North 1250th Street

Turn left onto IL 130

11 mi · 15 min · South Van Buren Street

Continue on IL 130

6.7 mi · 9 min · County Road 1100 East

Continue on IL 130

2.5 mi · 4 min · North West Street

Continue on IL 130

12 mi · 16 min · County Road 1150

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto 2050N

2.9 mi · 11 min · 2050N

Arrive at destination

2050N

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 130.8 miles from Aurora, IL, or about 2h 48m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.7 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 58 miles or 1h 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 130.8 miles or 2h 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marion, 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.

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 Aurora, IL

This is one driving day of about 261.6 miles and 5h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Aurora, 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 I 57 for about 117.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 130.8 mi from Aurora, IL · 2h 48m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Champaign, IL

131 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.

Popular next leg

Champaign, IL to Marion, IL

129.7 mi · 3h

Pacing Suggestions

Joliet, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rantoul, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 130.8 miles from Aurora, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.7 miles.

Arriving in Marion, IL

The final approach into Marion, 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 Marion, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Murray's Tavern

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clifton, Illinois

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 74.7

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18159185017

Visit website

Subway

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Wilmington, Illinois

1.2 mi

Sushi Ya

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Joliet, Illinois

2.5 mi

Murray's Tavern

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 74.7

Clifton, Illinois

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18159185017

Visit website

Subway

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 37.4

Wilmington, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18159262726

Visit website

Sushi Ya

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 18.7

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+18157303838

Visit website

Paxton Family Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.1

Paxton, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12173792777

Arcade Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.1

Paxton, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12173793268

Silver Spoon

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.7

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18157256202

Visit website

Oak Street Restaurant And Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

North Aurora, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+16303017202

Visit website

Champs Chicken

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 112.1

Paxton, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12173793312

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

+18668167584

Circle K | Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12173528910

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 130.8

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12175312800

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.90 one way

$81.80 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$44.90	$89.81
premium	$4.89	$50.34	$100.69
diesel	$5.61	$57.76	$115.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$41

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$66–$91

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 91.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

Other

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Champaign, Illinois

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination Charger

Champaign, Illinois

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

Electrify America

1 DCFC

Nissan Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

Other

1 DCFC

Circle K | Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Other: 4 ChargePoint: 2 Blink: 2 EV Connect: 1 Tesla: 1 Tesla Destination: 1 Electrify America: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	78.5	0	$27.47	$12.56
Efficient EV	65.4	0	$22.89	$10.46
EV Truck/SUV	104.6	1	$36.62	$16.74

Gas CO2

92 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Aurora, IL

Evening in Aurora on Thursday

Local time

8:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

WNW 10 to 15 mph 36% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 16 at 2:08PM CDT until April 16 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:33PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Marion, IL

Evening in Marion on Thursday

Local time

8:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°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

16 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

5h 46m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Marion, IL covers 261.6 miles and takes about 5h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, I 55, North 1250th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 130.8 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 $40.90 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Aurora, IL to Marion, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Aurora, IL to Marion, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Marion, IL

Nearby Places

Murray's Tavern

Murray's Tavern

Subway

Sushi Ya

Paxton Family Restaurant

Arcade Cafe

Silver Spoon

Oak Street Restaurant And Bar

Champs Chicken

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Circle K | Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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16 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 46m on the road

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