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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield Station to Aurora is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield Station to Aurora is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield Station and Aurora?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield Station 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 49m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield Station and Aurora?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield Station 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 Station to Aurora?

The distance between Springfield Station and Aurora is 223 miles. The road distance is 170.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield Station 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 Station to Aurora?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield Station to Aurora bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield Station to Aurora train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield Station to Aurora?

The best way to get from Springfield Station to Aurora is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs $28 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Springfield Station to Aurora bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Springfield Station and Aurora?

Aurora is 1h behind Springfield Station. It is currently 8:57 AM in Springfield Station and 7:57 AM in Aurora.

Where does the Springfield Station to Aurora train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield Station to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield Station to Aurora is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Springfield Station to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 99+ hotels available in Aurora.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield Station 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 N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Naperville Amtrak StationChicago
7h 49m
$60–133
Drive 169.4 mi
1. Drive from Springfield Station to Aurora169.4 mi
3h 15m
$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
$48–258
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Springfield Station 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 38m
$153–381

Springfield Station to Aurora by train

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Distance: 221.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Springfield Station, 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 vehicle from Springfield Station to New York St & Broadway St via Springfield SMTD Transfer Center, Chicago, and Naperville Metra in around 7h 49m.

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