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

From Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University by bus and train

To get from Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 49 bus from 79th & Western Terminal station to Western & 18th Place (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the 530 bus from Aurora Transportation Center Bay C station to Galena Blvd & Randall Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The bus and train schedule from Ashland & 79th Street (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aurora University on the Moovit app.

170min$8.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 49
49
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 530
530
Walk to Aurora University
Leaves from 79th & Western Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th & Western Terminal
    1.05 mi • 22 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & 18th Place (North)
    ID 8364
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1223| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aurora
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay 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 Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University

The distance between Ashland & 79th Street (North) and Aurora University is approximately 45.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 170 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ashland & 79th Street (North) 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 Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University

To check the bus and train schedule from Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ashland & 79th Street (North)) 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 Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University?

    The fastest way takes 170 minutes, using Bus line 49, Train line BNSF, Bus line 530.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 50 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Ashland & 79th Street (North) and Aurora University by bus and train is about 2 hr 50 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the bus at the Western & 18th Place (North) stop, which is closest to Aurora University.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University?

    The ride from Ashland & 79th Street (North) to Aurora University costs $8.00.

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