Origin
West Englewood, IL
Afternoon in West Englewood on Friday
Local time
1:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Englewood, 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
1h 7m
Distance
38.8 mi
62 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Englewood, IL
NIKOLAI FOMIN
Aurora, IL
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Trip Overview
This 38.8-mile drive from West Englewood, IL to Aurora, IL is a straightforward, one-day trip that will take you about 1 hour and 7 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, it’s an economical option for getting between these two Midwest locations. The majority of the route is on local roads, with only 21% of the drive on highways, making it a more engaging, turn-heavy experience. This journey is perfect for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 38.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 38.8-mile journey. While 21% of the route utilizes highway travel, the character of this trip is defined by navigating local streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.5 miles on 75th Street, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you transition back to more frequent turns. This route feels more like an extended urban or suburban navigation than a high-speed interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
75th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 13.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West 63rd Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.8 miles you will encounter 18 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 0.2 miles (West 63rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West 63rd Street
Turn left onto West 63rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
4.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Turn right onto IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
17.1 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward IL 83 North, IL 83 South: Kingery Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 274
Toward IL 83 North, IL 83 South: Kingery Road
8
17.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road
6
18 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
75th Street
Turn left onto 75th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 75th Street | 13.5 mi | 23m |
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 7 mi | 9m |
| East New York Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| West 63rd Street | 4 mi | 7m |
| West 55th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Archer Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Illinois Route 59 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Cicero Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
75th Street
— 13.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Englewood, IL and Aurora, IL.
1
Start on South Paulina Street
169 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Paulina Street
2
Turn left onto West 64th Street
326 ft
·
19 sec
·
West 64th Street
3
Turn left onto South Marshfield Avenue
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Marshfield Avenue
4
Turn left onto West 63rd Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 63rd Street
Use the straight lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto West 63rd Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West 63rd Street
6
Turn right onto IL 50
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto West 55th Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West 55th Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto South Archer Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Archer Avenue
9
Continue on IL 171
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
1st Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Use the right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward IL 171 South: 1st Avenue
12
Merge onto I 55
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 274
Toward IL 83 North, IL 83 South: Kingery Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto IL 83
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Kingery Highway
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto 75th Street
13 mi
·
23 min
·
75th Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto IL 59
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Illinois Route 59
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto East New York Street
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
East New York Street
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto IL 31
417 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Lake Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Turn right onto West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
21
Arrive at destination
West Galena Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.4 mi from West Englewood, IL · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from West Englewood, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.47 | $14.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.57 | $17.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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 Friday
Local time
1:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
1h 7m 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 West Englewood, IL to Aurora, IL covers 38.8 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 75th Street, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, East New York Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.4 miles from West Englewood, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.07 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.8 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West 63rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from West Englewood, IL to Aurora, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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