Day trip from Peoria to Aurora
Aurora lies 159 km (99 mi) north-east of Peoria, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 159 km (99 mi) apart, Aurora is a realistic day trip from Peoria: about 2 h 35 min each way by road.
| Peoria | Aurora | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 115,070 | 200,661 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 210 m (689 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 61601–61656 | 60502–60598 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Aurora
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Staying in Aurora
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Common questions
How far is Aurora from Peoria?
159 km (99 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Peoria; by road roughly 194 km (121 mi).
How long does it take to get from Peoria to Aurora by road?
About 2 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Peoria and Aurora?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.