What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Aurora?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Aurora is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Aurora?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Aurora is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Aurora?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Aurora. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at New York St & Broadway St via Chicago and Naperville Metra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Aurora?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Aurora. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Aurora via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Springfield to Aurora?

The distance between Springfield and Aurora is 223 miles. The road distance is 170 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Aurora without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Aurora without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs $28 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Aurora?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Springfield to Aurora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Aurora bus from?

Springfield to Aurora bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Aurora train from?

Springfield to Aurora train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train or bus from Springfield to Aurora?

The best way to get from Springfield to Aurora is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs $28 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Springfield to Aurora bus arrive?

Springfield to Aurora bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Springfield to Aurora train arrive?

Springfield to Aurora train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Aurora is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Springfield to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 108+ hotels available in Aurora.

Springfield to Aurora - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Aurora by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to AuroraBnsf
4h 55m
$29–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Naperville Amtrak StationChicago
7h 31m
$60–120
Drive 169 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Aurora169 mi
3h 14m
$31–45
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora
4h
$49–259
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora
4h 37m
$152–380

Springfield to Aurora by train

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Distance: 221.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Aurora, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Springfield to Aurora via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to New York St & Broadway St via Chicago and Naperville Metra in around 7h 31m.

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