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

The cheapest way to get from Merrillville to Aurora is to bus and train which costs $9 - $45 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrillville to Aurora is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Merrillville and Aurora?

No, there is no direct train from Merrillville to Aurora. However, there are services departing from Gary and arriving at Aurora via Adams/Wabash and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Merrillville to Aurora?

The distance between Merrillville and Aurora is 80 miles. The road distance is 67.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrillville to Aurora without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 50m and costs $9 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Merrillville to Aurora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrillville to Aurora train from?

Merrillville to Aurora train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Gary station.

Where does the Merrillville to Aurora train arrive?

Merrillville to Aurora train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Van Buren St. station.

Can I drive from Merrillville to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrillville to Aurora is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Merrillville to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 101+ hotels available in Aurora.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to Chicagobus Cleveland
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
2h 50m
$9–42
Bus, train, line 530 bus
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to Chicagobus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Naperville Metra to New York St & Broadway Stbus 530
4h 8m
$15–57
Drive 66.9 mi
1. Drive from Merrillville to Auroracar 66.9 mi
1h 30m
$13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Auroratrain Bnsf
3h 31m
$15–52

Merrillville to Aurora by bus, foot, and train

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2h 50mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.2 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Merrillville, IN, USA and Aurora, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Merillville, IN to Aurora via Gary, Gary, Van Buren St., Adams/Wabash, LaSalle/Van Buren, and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 31m.

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