Origin
Aurora, IL
Late night in Aurora on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
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Current temp
65°F
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Trip from Aurora, IL to Truro, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
133.4 mi
215 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 57m
★
6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aurora, IL
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Truro, IL
Rik Mar
Trip Overview
Aurora, IL to Truro, IL is 133.4 miles and takes about 3h 8m via I 80 and IL 71, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, primarily in Illinois, and offers a straightforward drive. Given its relatively short duration, it's ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
66.7 miles from Aurora, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 48.1 mi | 51m |
| IL 71 | 30 mi | 43m |
| Tenney Street | 10.6 mi | 16m |
| Knox Highway 28 | 5.9 mi | 14m |
| 965 North Avenue | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| South Lake Street | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| IL 180 | 5 mi | 8m |
| 525 E Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 48.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, IL and Truro, IL.
1
Start on West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
2
Turn right onto IL 31
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
South Lake Street
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on US 34
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 34
4
Turn left onto Orchard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Orchard Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto IL 71
30 mi
·
43 min
·
IL 71
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
7
Merge onto I 80
48 mi
·
51 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward IL 40: Sterling, Peoria
9
Turn right onto IL 40
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
900 East Street
10
Continue on IL 40
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 40
11
Turn right
123 ft
·
4 sec
12
Turn right onto US 6; US 34
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 1500 N
13
Continue on US 6; US 34
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Mason Street
14
Continue on US 6; US 34
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Railroad Street
15
Turn left onto US 34
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
550 East Street
16
Continue on US 34
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
525 East Street
17
Continue on US 34
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
525 E Street
18
Continue on US 34
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
965 North Avenue
19
Continue on US 34
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 34
20
Continue on US 34
216 ft
·
3 sec
·
North East Street
21
Continue on US 34
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East 2nd Street
22
Turn left onto US 34; IL 78
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
23
Continue on US 34; IL 78
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Tenney Street
24
Turn left onto IL 17
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Center Avenue
25
Continue on IL 17
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
IL 17
26
Turn straight onto IL 180
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
IL 180
27
Turn right onto IL 167
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 167
28
Turn left onto Knox Highway 28
5.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Knox Highway 28
29
Arrive at destination
Knox Highway 28
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this is a perfect route for a single-day trip, offering flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving Aurora mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour. You'll only need one stop, so plan that break strategically around the halfway point. Since the longest stretch on I 80 is 48.1 miles, you can easily manage fuel stops before you leave the interstate. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Truro, as amenities might be less frequent once you're off the main highway.
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 66.7 miles from Aurora, IL, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.1 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 29 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.7 miles or 1h 28m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Truro, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aurora, 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 Aurora, IL
This is one driving day of about 133.4 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 80 for about 48.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.7 miles from Aurora, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 86.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
IL 31 / South Lake Street
Turn right onto IL 31 / South Lake Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
IL 71
Turn right onto IL 71
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
37.9 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
38.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
86.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward IL 40: Sterling, Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 40: Sterling, Peoria
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.86 one way
$41.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.90 | $45.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.67 | $51.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.45 | $58.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40 | 0 | $14.01 | $6.40 |
| Efficient EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.67 | $5.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.68 | $8.54 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Truro, IL
Late night in Truro on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Peru, IL
67 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
1 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
3h 8m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 73% highway, meaning you'll be on I 80 for a significant portion of the drive. The longest continuous stretch without a major change in road type is 48.1 miles on I 80. As you transition off I 80, you'll encounter IL 71 and then Tenney Street, which are more typical surface roads. Expect to notice a change in traffic density and exit frequency as you move from the interstate to these local routes.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.1 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and IL 71. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near IL 31 / South Lake 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 3h 8m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IL 31 / South Lake Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (IL 71): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Aurora, IL and Truro, IL, road signs point toward Rock Island and Peoria.
Rock Island
37.9 mi in
|
~57m
Peoria
86.4 mi in
|
~1h 49m
About the Cities
Starting in Aurora, IL
Full guide →Founded 1835
Aurora is the second-largest city in the U.S. state of Illinois, located about 35 miles west of Chicago. It's at the very edge of Chicagoland and, situated on the Fox River, has many opportunities for urban, suburban, and rural recreation. Often overlooked, Aurora in fact has many surprisingly interesting attractions and a downtown unlike that of a typical suburb. It is probably best known for being the setting of the "Wayne's World" movies.
Top landmarks
- • Aurora University — private university in Aurora, Illinois, U.S
- • Hotel Arthur — United States historic place
- • Graham Building — historic building in Aurora, Illinois
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 133.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.1 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IL 31 / South Lake Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (IL 71): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Truro, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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