Origin
Germantown Hills, IL
Morning in Germantown Hills on Friday
Local time
10:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
108.5 mi
175 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Germantown Hills, IL
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Aurora, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL covers 108.5 miles and takes about 2h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 116, West Mount Vernon Street, County Road 1400 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.96 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
54.2 miles from Germantown Hills, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 108.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m 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 2h 5m drive with frequent turns across 108.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 116 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 Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL is easy. At 2h 5m 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 Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 116 | — | — |
| West Mount Vernon Street | — | — |
| County Road 1400 North | — | — |
| West Front Street | — | — |
| West Husseman Street | — | — |
| County Road 2100 E | — | — |
| County Road 1800 North | — | — |
| I 80 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
State Route 116
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Germantown Hills, IL and Aurora, IL.
1
Start on State Route 116
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Route 116
2
Continue on State Route 116
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 116
3
Continue on West Mount Vernon Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Mount Vernon Street
4
Continue on State Route 116
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 116
5
Continue on County Road 1400 North
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 1400 North
6
Continue on West Front Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Front Street
7
Continue on West Husseman Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Husseman Street
8
Continue on County Road 1400 North
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 1400 North
9
Continue on County Road 2100 E
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 2100 E
10
Turn right onto County Road 1800 North
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 1800 North
11
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
12
Merge slight left
36 mi
·
38 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Chicago
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 80 East: Chicago
14
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
16
Turn left onto Illinois Route 71
30 mi
·
44 min
·
Illinois Route 71
17
Turn left onto Orchard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orchard Road
18
Turn right
1.2 mi
·
2 min
19
Continue straight
2.5 mi
·
4 min
20
Continue straight
3.4 mi
·
5 min
21
Turn left onto West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
22
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 54.2 miles from Germantown Hills, IL, or about 1h 2m 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 24 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.2 miles or 1h 2m 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 43m
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 Germantown Hills, 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 Germantown Hills, IL
This is one driving day of about 108.5 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Germantown Hills, 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 54.2 mi from Germantown Hills, IL · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.2 miles from Germantown Hills, 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
$16.96 one way
$33.93 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.62 | $37.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.88 | $41.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.96 | $47.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.39 | $5.21 |
| Efficient EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.19 | $6.94 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Morning in Aurora on Friday
Local time
10:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Serena, IL
54 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 5m 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 Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL covers 108.5 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 116, West Mount Vernon Street, County Road 1400 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.2 miles from Germantown Hills, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.96 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 Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL is easy. At 2h 5m 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 Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Germantown Hills, IL to Aurora, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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