What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Aurora?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Aurora is to fly which costs $140 - $210 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Aurora?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Aurora is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $140 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Aurora?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Aurora. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Hoffman Blvd & Victor St via 17th St & California St [ Z Stop ]. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Aurora?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Aurora station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Peoria Station Track 1 via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 21m.

How far is it from Chicago to Aurora?

The distance between Chicago and Aurora is 925 miles. The road distance is 1004.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Aurora without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Aurora without a car is to train which takes 19h 21m and costs $330 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Aurora?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Chicago to Aurora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Aurora bus from?

Chicago to Aurora bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Aurora train from?

Chicago to Aurora train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Aurora?

The best way to get from Chicago to Aurora is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $140 - $210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $330 - $700 and takes 19h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $150 - $300 and takes 22h 55m.

Where does the Chicago to Aurora bus arrive?

Chicago to Aurora bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Aurora?

Aurora is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 8:16 AM in Chicago and 7:16 AM in Aurora.

Where does the Chicago to Aurora train arrive?

Chicago to Aurora train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Denver station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Aurora is 1005 miles. It takes approximately 15h 55m to drive from Chicago to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 978+ hotels available in Aurora.

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There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Aurora by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Denver
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Denver (DEN)plane MDW - DEN
4h 36m
$142–205
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Colorado Springs Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)plane ORD - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs Airport to Denver International Airportbus
8h 2m
$138–495
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Denvertrain California Zephyr
19h 21m
$332–681
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
22h 55m
$157–293
Drive 999.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Auroracar 999.1 mi
15h 55m
$183–264
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Denver
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Denver (DEN)plane ORD - DEN
4h 57m
$192–465
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Denver
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Denver (DEN)plane MKE - DEN
6h
$249–830
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Colorado Springs Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)plane MDW - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs Airport to Denver International Airportbus
7h 29m
$162–625

Chicago to Aurora by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

19h 21mAverage Duration

$332Cheapest Price

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Distance: 919.8 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Aurora, CO, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Denver (DEN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Denver once daily. Tickets cost $320–700 and the journey takes 18h 56m.

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