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

The cheapest way to get from Jackson to Aurora is to bus and train which costs $35 - $70 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jackson to Aurora is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Jackson and Aurora?

No, there is no direct train from Jackson station to Aurora. However, there are services departing from Jackson Station and arriving at Aurora via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Jackson to Aurora?

The distance between Jackson and Aurora is 243 miles. The road distance is 238.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Jackson to Aurora without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Jackson to Aurora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jackson to Aurora train from?

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

What is the time difference between Jackson and Aurora?

Aurora is 1h behind Jackson. It is currently 2:10 PM in Jackson and 1:10 PM in Aurora.

Where does the Jackson to Aurora train arrive?

Jackson to Aurora train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Jackson to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Jackson to Aurora is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Jackson to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 95+ hotels available in Aurora.

Jackson to Aurora - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Jackson to Aurora by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
5h 22m
$68–140
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jackson Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
6h 45m
$36–66
Drive 237.3 mi
1. Drive from Jackson to Auroracar 237.3 mi
4h 11m
$44–63
Taxi to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Jackson to Lansing-Airport-LANtaxi
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
4h 39m
$189–490
Bus, train via Naperville Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Jackson Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville Amtrak Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
7h 3m
$80–120
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
6h 52m
$159–517
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
7h 14m
$169–707

Jackson to Aurora by train

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Distance: 241.5 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Jackson, MI, USA and Aurora, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Jackson Station to Aurora via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 22m.

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