Origin
Aux Sable, IL
Morning in Aux Sable on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aux Sable, IL to Aurora, 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
52m
Distance
30.5 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aux Sable, IL
Rafał Nagrodzki
Aurora, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Aux Sable, IL to Aurora, IL is 30.5 miles and takes about 52 minutes via South Ridge Road and US 6, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest and the state of Illinois, making it a convenient local drive. The route is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience rather than a straightforward cruise. Given its brevity, it's an ideal option for a quick excursion or to connect two nearby points without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Ridge Road | 16.2 mi | 26m |
| US 6 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Hill Avenue | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Stewart Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| South Tabler Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Harvey Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East New York Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
South Ridge Road
— 16.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aux Sable, IL and Aurora, IL.
1
Start on this road
471 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Cemetery Road
295 ft
·
13 sec
·
Cemetery Road
3
Turn left onto South Tabler Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Tabler Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 6
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 6
5
Turn left onto CH 37V
16 mi
·
26 min
·
South Ridge Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on Stewart Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Stewart Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto Rance Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Rance Road
8
Continue on Harvey Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harvey Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Harvey Road
178 ft
·
3 sec
·
Harvey Road
10
Continue on Harvey Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Harvey Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Treasure Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Treasure Drive
12
Turn left onto US 30
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Highway
13
Continue on Hill Avenue
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Hill Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on East Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Galena Boulevard
15
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Ohio Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto East New York Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East New York Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto IL 31
417 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Lake Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn right onto West Galena Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
West Galena Boulevard
19
Arrive at destination
West Galena Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Aux Sable, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 28.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 6
At end of road, turn right onto US 6
Navigation decision point
6
4.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
CH 37V / South Ridge Road
Turn left onto CH 37V / South Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
24 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
Harvey Road
Enter roundabout onto Harvey Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
28.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
North Ohio Street
Turn right onto North Ohio Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
28.8 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
East New York Street
Turn left onto East New York Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.77 one way
$9.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.24 | $10.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.87 | $11.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Morning in Aurora on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
52m 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 drive leans heavily on local roads, with only about 8% of the total 30.5 miles on highways. Expect a 'turn-heavy' profile, meaning you'll be making frequent adjustments to your direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.2 miles along South Ridge Road. This suggests a journey composed of varied road types, transitioning between residential streets and potentially some faster-paced main roads like US 6 and Hill Avenue. It's not a monotonous interstate cruise, but rather a more interactive local navigation.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.2 mi on South Ridge Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 6.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.9 miles (US 6): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (CH 37V / South Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles (Harvey Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 52m. Total distance: 30.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.2 miles on South Ridge Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Aurora, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (US 6): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (CH 37V / South Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles (Harvey Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Aurora, IL before heading back.
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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