Origin
Mattoon, IL
Evening in Mattoon on Sunday
Local time
8:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mattoon, IL to Aurora, IL
Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
208.5 mi
336 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 38m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mattoon, IL
Yusuf Çelik
Aurora, IL
Markku Soini
Trip Overview
Traveling from Mattoon to Aurora covers 208.5 miles, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 14 minutes. Because this is a straightforward trek through the Illinois Midwest, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $31 on fuel for the round trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route utilizes a combination of local roads like North 15th Street and Charleston Avenue before transitioning to I-57 North. It is a practical drive for those needing to move between these two Illinois cities efficiently. Whether you are heading north for business or a weekend visit, this route offers a reliable path without the need for extensive travel planning.
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
104.3 miles from Mattoon, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend your time navigating local thoroughfares rather than long, straight stretches of open highway. Even as you transition onto I-57 North, the nature of the trip remains focused on local navigation, with no single stretch on North 15th Street standing out as a long, uninterrupted segment. You will feel the shift in pace as you move from the initial local streets onto the primary northward artery. This drive requires more active attention behind the wheel than a typical high-speed expressway route, so be prepared to stay alert during the turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 15th 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 14m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mattoon, IL to Aurora, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 15th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Charleston Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-57 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 45 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Schuyler Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South East Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Water Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Wall Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 15th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mattoon, IL and Aurora, IL.
1
Start on the route
115 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 15th Street
3
Turn left onto Charleston Avenue
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Charleston Avenue
4
Turn right onto I-57 North: Champaign
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
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I-57 North: Champaign
5
Merge slight left
118 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 45, US 52: Kankakee
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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US 45, US 52: Kankakee
7
Keep slight right
272 ft
·
9 sec
8
Turn straight onto South Schuyler Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Schuyler Avenue
9
Turn left onto South East Avenue
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South East Avenue
10
Turn slight left onto West Water Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Water Street
11
Turn right onto South Wall Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Wall Street
12
Continue on North Wall Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Wall Street
13
Continue on County Road North 303 West
8.9 mi
·
15 min
·
County Road North 303 West
14
Continue on State Route 113
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 113
15
Turn right onto West River Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West River Road
16
Turn left onto West Baltimore Street
256 ft
·
9 sec
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West Baltimore Street
17
Turn right onto Stripmine Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Stripmine Road
18
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Washington Street
19
Take the ramp straight
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
20
Merge slight right
19 mi
·
20 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Joliet, Aurora
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 30: Joliet, Aurora
22
Keep slight left
135 ft
·
5 sec
23
Turn left onto Joliet Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Joliet Road
24
Turn slight right onto North Division Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Division Street
25
Turn left onto West Lockport Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Lockport Street
26
Turn right onto Wallin Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wallin Drive
27
Continue on Lincoln Highway
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Lincoln Highway
28
Continue on Hill Avenue
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Hill Avenue
29
Continue on East Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Galena Boulevard
30
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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North Ohio Street
31
Turn left onto East New York Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East New York Street
32
Turn left onto North Lake Street
417 ft
·
15 sec
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North Lake Street
33
Turn right onto West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
34
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 3-hour and 14-minute trip, consider leaving in the early morning to beat any local congestion that might build up on your initial route through Mattoon. Planning for at least one stop is a smart way to break up the drive and keep your energy levels consistent. Keep your fuel budget of $31 in mind while mapping out your transit, as local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than consistent highway cruising. Because the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on the day's traffic patterns. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay vigilant on the turns during the initial local road phase before you reach the transition to I-57 North.
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 104.3 miles from Mattoon, IL, or about 1h 37m 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 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.3 miles or 1h 37m 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 39m
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 Mattoon, 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 Mattoon, IL
This is one driving day of about 208.5 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mattoon, 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 104.3 mi from Mattoon, IL · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 104.3 miles from Mattoon, 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
$31.67 one way
$63.34 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $34.91 | $69.82 |
| premium | $4.80 | $39.36 | $78.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.32 | $92.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.89 | $10.01 |
| Efficient EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.24 | $8.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.4 | 1 | $29.19 | $13.34 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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 Sunday
Local time
8:57 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 14m 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 Mattoon, IL to Aurora, IL covers 208.5 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 15th Street, Charleston Avenue, I-57 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.3 miles from Mattoon, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.67 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 14m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mattoon, IL to Aurora, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mattoon, IL to Aurora, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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