How to get from Aurora to Vernon Hills by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Aurora to Vernon Hills in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-N train and finally take the 574 bus from Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station station to Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min.

174min
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-NMD-N
Bus - 574
574
Walk to Vernon Hills
Leaves from Aurora

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aurora
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1216| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2103| Fox Lake
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Libertyville
    68 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station
    ID 19655
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 574574
    Wait for bus
    574
    Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr)
    ID 18016
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to Vernon Hills
    Walk to
    Vernon Hills
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Aurora to Vernon Hills

The distance between Aurora, Chicago and Vernon Hills, Chicago is approximately 76.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 174 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aurora to Vernon Hills 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 Aurora

Aurora is located at Aurora, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Broadway & New York St.

Train stations close to Aurora:

  • Aurora

Bus stations close to Aurora:

  • Broadway & New York St
  • New York St & Broadway St
  • Broadway & Spring St

Public transit stations close to Vernon Hills, Chicago

Vernon Hills is located at Vernon Hills, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Hawthorn Mall at Macy's.

Train stations close to Vernon Hills:

  • Vernon Hills
  • Mundelein

Bus stations close to Vernon Hills:

  • Hawthorn Mall at Macy's
  • Hawthorn Mall & Museum Blvd
  • Hawthorn Mall at Barbara's Bookstore

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aurora to Vernon Hills?

    The fastest way takes 174 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line MD-N, Bus line 574.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 54 min.

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

    The BNSF train line goes from Aurora station near Aurora to #1216| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #1216| Chicago Union Station station near Vernon Hills in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Aurora and Vernon Hills in Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 54 min.

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

    Get on the BNSF train from the Aurora station near Aurora in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #1216| Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Vernon Hills in Chicago.

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