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

From Aurora to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Aurora to Chicago in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Aurora may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

81min$9.00
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Aurora

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aurora
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Aurora to Chicago by bus and train via BNSF, 7 and X49

To get from Aurora to Chicago you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7 bus and finally take the X49 bus from Western & Harrison (North) station to Western & Madison (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Aurora may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

91min$9.00
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 7
7
Bus - X49
X49
Leaves from Aurora

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aurora
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Harrison & Central Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harrison & Western (West)
    ID 18130
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Harrison (North)
    ID 8373
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Western & Madison (North)
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (North)
    ID 8379
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Aurora to Chicago

The distance between Aurora and Chicago is approximately 39.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aurora to Chicago by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Aurora to Chicago

To check the bus and train schedule from Aurora to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Aurora) and destination (Chicago), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Aurora to Chicago by bus and train via BNSF, 7 and X49

To get from Aurora to Chicago you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7 bus and finally take the X49 bus from Western & Harrison (North) station to Western & Madison (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Aurora may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

91min$9.00
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 7
7
Bus - X49
X49
Leaves from Aurora

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aurora
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Harrison & Central Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harrison & Western (West)
    ID 18130
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Harrison (North)
    ID 8373
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Western & Madison (North)
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (North)
    ID 8379
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Bus line 20.

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

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Bus line 7, Bus line X49.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

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

    The BNSF train line goes from #1246| Chicago Union Station station near Aurora in Chicago to Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Chicago Union Station station near Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Aurora and Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 21 min.

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

    Get on the BNSF train from the #1246| Chicago Union Station station near Aurora in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Chicago.

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

    The ride from Aurora to Chicago costs $9.00.

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