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

The cheapest way to get from Louisville to Aurora is to bus and train which costs $55 - $65 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Louisville to Aurora is to fly and train which takes 5h 11m and costs $55 - $370.

How far is it from Louisville to Aurora?

The distance between Louisville and Aurora is 338 miles. The road distance is 320.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Louisville to Aurora without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 41m and costs $55 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Louisville to Aurora, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Louisville and Aurora?

Aurora is 1h behind Louisville. It is currently 8:15 AM in Louisville and 7:15 AM in Aurora.

Can I drive from Louisville to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Louisville to Aurora is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Louisville to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 122+ hotels available in Aurora.

Louisville to Aurora - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Louisville to Aurora by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
7h 41m
$55–64
Fly Louisville International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SDF - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
5h 45m
$54–315
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
10h 1m
$88–181
Drive 318.8 mi
1. Drive from Louisville to Auroracar 318.8 mi
5h 48m
$59–84
Fly Louisville International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SDF - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
5h 11m
$59–365
Bus, train via Indianapolis #2
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
8h 45m
$55–106
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Drive from Louisville to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LEX - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
5h 44m
$80–421
Bus to Covington, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY Bus Station to Cincinnati - Downtownbus
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CVG - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
7h 19m
$169–417
Bus to Covington, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY Bus Station to Cincinnati - Downtownbus
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CVG - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain
7h 50m
$169–907

Louisville to Aurora by bus and train

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7h 41mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Louisville to Aurora.

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Distance: 336.2 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Louisville, KY, USA and Aurora, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Louisville to Aurora. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Union Station, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Aurora. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Louisville, KY to Aurora via Indianapolis Union Station, Indianapolis, and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 1m.

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