Origin
Yorkville, IL
Night in Yorkville on Thursday
Local time
10:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yorkville, IL to Aurora, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
21m
Distance
12.7 mi
20 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorkville, IL
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Aurora, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Yorkville and Aurora, this 12.7-mile trip is an efficient way to traverse the Illinois Midwest. Expect the drive to take roughly 21 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a one-day trip that requires no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via IL 31, IL 71, and Van Emmon Road to complete the journey. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, it is a very budget-friendly commute. Whether you are running errands or heading to a meeting, the route is straightforward and practical for any traveler in the region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 12.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 75 percent of the journey spent on faster roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 5.9 miles along IL 31. The transition between the two towns is seamless, moving you through the landscape without the need for any planned stops. Behind the wheel, you can expect a steady pace that favors efficiency over technical maneuvering. It is a predictable, functional route that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 5.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
676 ft
586 ft
Total Climb
129 ft
Total Descent
54 ft
Highest Point
676 ft
~12.7 mi in
Elevation Range
90 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 31 and IL 71. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Van Emmon Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Van Emmon Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (IL 71): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (Orchard Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Van Emmon Street
Turn right onto East Van Emmon Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
IL 71
Turn left onto IL 71
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Orchard Road
Turn left onto Orchard Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 34
Turn right onto US 34
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
12.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
West Galena Boulevard
Turn left onto West Galena Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 31 | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| IL 71 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Van Emmon Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| US 34 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Orchard Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Van Emmon Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Galena Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Bridge Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 31
— 5.9 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorkville, IL and Aurora, IL.
1
Start on South Bridge Street
90 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Bridge Street
2
Turn right onto East Van Emmon Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Van Emmon Street
3
Continue on Van Emmon Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Van Emmon Road
4
Turn left onto IL 71
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
IL 71
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto Orchard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orchard Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto US 34
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 34
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on IL 31
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
IL 31
8
Continue on IL 31
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
IL 31
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
West Galena Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.99 one way
$3.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.18 | $4.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.44 | $4.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.80 | $5.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Night in Aurora on Thursday
Local time
10:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 15 mph
28% chance
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
13 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
21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Yorkville, IL to Aurora, IL covers 12.7 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 31, IL 71, Van Emmon Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.3 miles from Yorkville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.99 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 is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Van Emmon Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (IL 71): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (Orchard Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Yorkville, IL to Aurora, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 586 ft to 676 ft elevation with about 129 ft of total climbing.
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