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

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Aurora is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Aurora is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Illinois and Aurora?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Aurora. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Illinois to Aurora?

The distance between Illinois and Aurora is 37 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Illinois to Aurora without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $5 - $7.

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Aurora train from?

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

Where does the Illinois to Aurora train arrive?

Illinois to Aurora train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Aurora station.

Can I drive from Illinois to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Aurora is 41 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Illinois to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 101+ hotels available in Aurora.

Illinois to Aurora - 4 ways to travel via train, line 530 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Illinois to Aurora by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
1h 18m
$5–7
Train, line 530 bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville Amtrak Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the bus from Naperville Metra to New York St & Broadway Stbus 530
1h 59m
$11–22
Drive 40.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Auroracar 40.4 mi
50 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Aurorataxi 40.4 mi
50 min
$100–130

Illinois to Aurora by train

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 37.1 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Aurora, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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