How to get from Chicago to Aurora by bus and train?

From Chicago to Aurora by bus and train

To get from Chicago to Aurora in Chicago, take the 49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & 18th Street (South) station. Next, take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Aurora station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

102min$6.00
Bus - 49
49
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Aurora
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & 18th Street (South)
    ID 8249
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aurora
    78 min
  • 7
    Walk to Aurora
    Walk to
    Aurora
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chicago to Aurora by bus and train via X49 and BNSF

To get from Chicago to Aurora in Chicago, take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & 16th Street (South) station. Next, take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Aurora station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

100min$6.00
Bus - X49
X49
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Aurora
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & 16th Street (South)
    ID 14531
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aurora
    78 min
  • 7
    Walk to Aurora
    Walk to
    Aurora
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Aurora

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Aurora, Chicago is approximately 35.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 102 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Aurora by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Chicago

Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Western & Lake (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:

  • California-Green
  • Damen (Green)
  • Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)

Train stations close to Chicago:

  • Western Ave

Bus stations close to Chicago:

  • Western & Lake (South)
  • Western & Washington (North)
  • Western & Warren (South)

Public transit stations close to Aurora, Chicago

Aurora is located at Aurora, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Spring St & Lincoln Ave.

Train stations close to Aurora:

  • Aurora

Bus stations close to Aurora:

  • Spring St & Lincoln Ave
  • Broadway & New York St
  • New York St & Broadway St

Related Routes

Alternative route from Chicago to Aurora by bus and train via X49 and BNSF

To get from Chicago to Aurora in Chicago, take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & 16th Street (South) station. Next, take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Aurora station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

100min$6.00
Bus - X49
X49
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Aurora
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & 16th Street (South)
    ID 14531
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aurora
    78 min
  • 7
    Walk to Aurora
    Walk to
    Aurora
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Aurora?

    The fastest way takes 102 minutes, using Bus line 49, Bus line BNSF.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Aurora?

    The alternative route takes 100 minutes, using Bus line X49, Bus line BNSF.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Aurora in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 42 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Aurora in Chicago?

    The 49 bus line goes from 79th & Western Terminal (West) station near Chicago to Western & 18th Street (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Western & 18th Street (South) station near Aurora in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago to Aurora in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Chicago and Aurora in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Aurora in Chicago?

    Get on the 49 bus from the 79th & Western Terminal (West) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Aurora in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Western & 18th Street (South) station, which is closest to Aurora in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chicago to Aurora?

    The ride from Chicago to Aurora costs $6.00.