Aurora to Chicago by train
Chicago lies 56 km (35 mi) east of Aurora, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 46 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 69 km (43 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Aurora | Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 200,661 | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 210 m (689 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Hotel Arthur, Route 59, Aurora Depot | LaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium Station |
| Postal codes | 60502–60598 | 60601–60701 |
Where to book trains from Aurora to Chicago
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Staying in Chicago
Our booking partner lists 1,320+ places to stay in Chicago (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 651 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (290), and 15 are five-star. Across 244 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 312,247 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chicago from Aurora?
56 km (35 mi) in a straight line, east of Aurora; by road roughly 69 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Aurora to Chicago by train?
About 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aurora and Chicago?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Chicago?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.