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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Aurora is to bus which costs $200 - $470 and takes 44h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Aurora is to fly and train which takes 7h 27m and costs $210 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Aurora?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Aurora. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at New York St & Broadway St via Phoenix Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, Chicago and Naperville Metra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Aurora?

No, there is no direct train from Tucson station to Aurora. However, there are services departing from Tucson Amtrak Station and arriving at Aurora via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Tucson to Aurora?

The distance between Tucson and Aurora is 1510 miles. The road distance is 1692.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Aurora without a car is to bus and train which takes 38h 18m and costs $180 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Tucson to Aurora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Aurora bus from?

Tucson to Aurora bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Aurora train from?

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

Train or bus from Tucson to Aurora?

The best way to get from Tucson to Aurora is to bus which takes 44h 1m and costs $200 - $470. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $470 and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Tucson to Aurora bus arrive?

Tucson to Aurora bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Aurora?

Aurora is 1h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 12:02 PM in Tucson and 1:02 PM in Aurora.

Where does the Tucson to Aurora train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tucson to Aurora?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Aurora is 1693 miles. It takes approximately 28h 22m to drive from Tucson to Aurora.

Where can I stay near Aurora?

There are 99+ hotels available in Aurora.

Tucson to Aurora - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Tucson to Aurora by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, shuttle, or train (Amtrak)

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

Fly Tucson to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
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1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)TUS - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora
7h 39m
$145–712
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff Train StationFlixBus 2047
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Naperville Amtrak StationSouthwest Chief
38h 18m
$180–537
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Chicago to Naperville Amtrak Station
44h 1m
$201–468
Drive 1,683 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Aurora1,683 mi
28h 22m
$308–444
Fly Tucson to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)TUS - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora
7h 27m
$215–962
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)PHX - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora
8h 59m
$360–847
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)PHX - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Aurora
8h 48m
$280–797
Train
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationTexas Eagle
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to AuroraBnsf
2d 4h
$199–461

Tucson to Aurora by bus and train

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38h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,500.8 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Aurora, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Tucson to New York St & Broadway St via Phoenix Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, Chicago, and Naperville Metra in around 44h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Aurora via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 4h.

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