How far is Rockford, IL from Aurora, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rockford and Aurora is 53.13 miles (85.5 km).
Flight distance from Rockford, IL to Aurora, IL is 53.13 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Rockford to Aurora with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rockford, Illinois to Aurora, Illinois is: 72.71 miles (117.01 km) by car.
Driving from Rockford to Aurora will take approximately 01 hours 15 minutes.
#1 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the northwestern part of the state. Rockford is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Rockford Art Museum and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.
| Population | 144835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°16'16"N 89°5'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.2711300 |
| Longitude | -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| 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 Rockford and Aurora
The distance between Rockford and Aurora is 117 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 18 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 Rockford and Aurora. The current time is 02:44:21.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 49 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.71 liters (2.57 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rockford and Aurora.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rockford to Aurora is $9.25 (diesel $11.03).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $9.25 | $10.55 | $11.68 | $11.03 |
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The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rockford and Aurora (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
