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

By bus and train

To get from Aurora to Zion 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 UP-N train and finally take the 571 bus from Sheridan Rd & Washington St station to Gabriel Ave & 23rd St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $15.50.

214min$15.50
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 571
571
Walk to Zion
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
    #1250| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Kenosha
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waukegan
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan Rd & Washington St
    ID 18080
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 571571
    Wait for bus
    571
    Gabriel Ave & 23rd St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gabriel Ave & 23rd St
    ID 35689
    22 min
  • 10
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    430 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By train

To get from Aurora to Zion in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Zion station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $13.50.

218min$13.50
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Zion
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
    #1250| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Kenosha
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zion
    89 min
  • 7
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    1.5 mi • 31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Aurora to Zion

The distance between Aurora, Chicago and Zion, Chicago is approximately 81.04 mi, which can typically be travelled in 214 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aurora to Zion 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 Spring St & Broadway St.

Train stations close to Aurora:

  • Aurora

Bus stations close to Aurora:

  • Spring St & Broadway St
  • Spring St & Broadway
  • Spring St & Lasalle St

Public transit stations close to Zion, Chicago

Zion is located at Zion, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is 21st St & Gillead Ave.

Train stations close to Zion:

  • Winthrop Harbor
  • Zion

Bus stations close to Zion:

  • 21st St & Gillead Ave
  • 21st St & Gideon Ave
  • 21st St & Hebron Ave

Related Routes

By train

To get from Aurora to Zion in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Zion station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $13.50.

218min$13.50
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Zion
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
    #1250| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Kenosha
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zion
    89 min
  • 7
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    1.5 mi • 31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 214 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line UP-N, Bus line 571.

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

    The alternative route takes 218 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line UP-N.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 34 min.

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

    The BNSF train line goes from Aurora station near Aurora to #1250| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #1250| Chicago Union Station station near Zion in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Aurora and Zion in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 34 min.

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

    Get off the train at the #1250| Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Zion in Chicago.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Aurora to Zion?

    The ride from Aurora to Zion costs $15.50.

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