How to get from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University by bus and train?

From 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University by bus and train

To get from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 8 bus from Halsted & 79th Street (North) station to Halsted & 16th Street (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the 530 bus from Aurora Transportation Center - Bus Stop C station to Galena Blvd & Randall Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Racine (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aurora University on the Moovit app.

182min
Walk to bus stationBus - 8
8
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 530
530
Walk to Aurora University
Leaves from Halsted & 79th Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Halsted & 79th Street (North)
    ID 17510
    0.52 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Halsted & Waveland/Broadway Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Halsted & 16th Street (North)
    ID 5924
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Halsted Street
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1223| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aurora
    72 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aurora Transportation Center - Bus Stop C
    ID 37405
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 530530
    Wait for bus
    530
    Galena Blvd & Constitution Dr (Nelson St)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galena Blvd & Randall Rd
    ID 11026
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Aurora University
    Walk to
    Aurora University
    Marseillaise Place
    0.67 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University

The distance between 79th Street & Racine (East) and Aurora University is approximately 47.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 182 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Aurora – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University

To check the bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th Street & Racine (East)) and destination (Aurora University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University?

    The fastest way takes 182 minutes, using Bus line 8, Train line BNSF, Bus line 530.

  • Is there a direct bus between 79th Street & Racine (East) and Aurora University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 2 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University?

    The 8 bus line goes from Halsted & 79th Street (North) station near 79th Street & Racine (East) in Chicago to Halsted & 16th Street (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Halsted & 16th Street (North) station near Aurora University.

  • How long does it take to travel from 79th Street & Racine (East) to Aurora University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between 79th Street & Racine (East) and Aurora University by bus and train is about 3 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street & Racine (East) to get to Aurora University?

    Get on the 8 bus from the Halsted & 79th Street (North) stop near 79th Street & Racine (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 79th Street & Racine (East) and Aurora University?

    Get off the bus at the Halsted & 16th Street (North) stop, which is closest to Aurora University.

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