What is the cheapest way to get from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora?

The cheapest way to get from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora?

The fastest way to get from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) 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 Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora?

The distance between Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) and Aurora is 38 miles. The road distance is 40.8 miles.

How do I travel from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora without a car?

The best way to get from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora?

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

Where do I catch the Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora train from?

Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora train arrive?

Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Aurora station.

Can I drive from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora is 41 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 103+ hotels available in Aurora.

Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
1h 29m
$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
2h 10m
$11–22
Drive 40.6 mi
1. Drive from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Auroracar 40.6 mi
50 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurorataxi 40.6 mi
50 min
$100–130

Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line) to Aurora by foot and train

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Jackson Station (CTA Blue Line), IL, 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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