24 Hour Urgent Care in Aurora, IL
Aurora IL is the second-largest city in Illinois in the Fox River Valley, served by Presence Mercy Medical Center and Rush Copley Medical Center with urgent care clinics along New York Street, Ogden Avenue, and Route 59. The large Latino community, manufacturing and logistics workforce, and cold winters make multilingual and accessible walk-in care especially important in this Fox Valley hub.
Urgent care hours in Aurora, IL: The earliest opening time among Aurora, IL's 10 listed urgent care clinics is 7am, and the latest closing time is 9pm. 1 location stays open past 9pm, and 6 are open on weekends — use the Open Now filter below to see who's currently accepting patients.
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Aurora Advanced Urgent & Immediate CareCall to Confirm
Thrive Immediate Care of Aurora
Fox Valley Primary and Immediate Care
Physicians Immediate Care
Advocate Medical Group Immediate Care Center
Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care AuroraCall to Confirm
Advocate Medical Group Immediate Care Center
Rush Convenient Care - Aurora West GalenaCall to Confirm
Midwest Express Clinic Urgent Care
Rush Convenient CareCall to Confirm
What to Expect at Urgent Care in Aurora, IL
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Health Considerations in Illinois
Illinois experiences extreme seasonal temperature swings — bitter Midwestern winters with windchill temperatures well below zero and hot, humid summers — that both drive seasonal illness patterns and stress-related urgent care presentations. Chicago's dense urban population means respiratory infections, influenza, and gastrointestinal illnesses spread quickly during cold-weather months, while summer heat events in the city can cause heat-related illness particularly among older and low-income residents.
Urgent Care in Aurora, IL — Frequently Asked Questions
Is urgent care open on weekends in Aurora, IL?
Yes — 6 of the 10 urgent care centers listed above for Aurora, IL are open on Saturdays and Sundays. Some locations have reduced Sunday hours, so check the listings above for exact weekend hours at each clinic. If you need care on a Sunday evening, it's worth calling ahead to confirm the location hasn't closed early.
Do I need an appointment for urgent care in Aurora, IL?
No appointment is needed at most Aurora, IL urgent care centers. Walk-ins are welcome at all locations listed above. Some clinics offer online check-in so you can hold your spot in line before you arrive and reduce your time in the waiting room — check the clinic's website or Google listing to see if this is available.
How much does urgent care cost in Aurora, IL?
A typical urgent care visit in Aurora, IL costs between $100 and $200 without insurance for a basic exam. Additional services — such as X-rays, lab tests, rapid strep or flu tests, or stitches — will increase the total. Most clinics will provide a cost estimate when you call, and many post their self-pay rates on their website. See our full urgent care cost guide for a detailed breakdown.
Does urgent care in Aurora, IL accept Medicaid?
Many urgent care centers in Aurora, IL accept Illinois Medicaid along with Medicare and major commercial insurance plans, but acceptance varies by clinic and by Medicaid managed-care plan. Call ahead to confirm the location takes your specific plan and is in-network before your visit.
What is the wait time at urgent care in Aurora, IL?
Wait times vary by clinic. Thrive Immediate Care of Aurora is the highest-rated option among the 10 clinics listed here, at 5★. 1 of 10 stay open past 9pm for after-work visits. Weekday mornings tend to have the shortest waits industry-wide, and online check-in — where available — can reduce time in the waiting room.
What can urgent care treat in Aurora, IL?
Aurora, IL urgent care centers treat a wide range of non-life-threatening conditions including colds, flu, strep throat, ear infections, urinary tract infections, minor cuts and lacerations, sprains, rashes, pink eye, and more. Many locations also provide X-rays, lab work, and vaccinations. For chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, or other emergencies, go to the nearest ER or call 911.
Should I go to urgent care or the ER in Aurora, IL?
Choose urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions — infections, minor injuries, illness, and anything that isn't immediately dangerous. Go to the ER (or call 911) for chest pain, difficulty breathing, suspected stroke, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, or any situation that could be life-threatening. Urgent care is typically faster and far less expensive for the conditions it's designed to handle. See our full ER vs. urgent care guide for more detail.
How many urgent care options does Aurora, IL have?
Aurora, IL has 10 listed urgent care clinics, averaging 4.3★ across 3,887 reviews. See the full list above for addresses, phone numbers, and hours.