How far is Galena, IL from Aurora, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Galena and Aurora is 117.25 miles (188.69 km).
Flight distance from Galena, IL to Aurora, IL is 117.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Galena to Aurora with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Galena, Illinois to Aurora, Illinois is: 147.14 miles (236.8 km) by car.
Driving from Galena to Aurora will take approximately 02 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Galena
County seat of Jo Daviess County, Illinois
| Population | 3151 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°25'0"N 90°25'44"W |
| Latitude | 42.4166700 |
| Longitude | -90.4290200 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Aurora
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the western part of the state. Aurora is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Aurora History Museum and the Paramount Theatre.
| Population | 196383 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°45'38"N 88°19'12"W |
| Latitude | 41.7605800 |
| Longitude | -88.3200700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Aurora: West Galena Boulevard (-88.320111,41.76053)
Estimated Travel Time Between Galena and Aurora
The distance between Galena and Aurora is 237 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 37 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Galena and Aurora. The current time is 02:57:50.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.65 liters (5.19 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Galena and Aurora.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Galena to Aurora is $18.73 (diesel $22.33).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $18.73 | $21.35 | $23.63 | $22.33 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Galena and Aurora (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
