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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Naperville to Mendota. Traveling by train from Naperville to Mendota usually takes around 50 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can make the trip in 48 minutes.
| Distance | 52 mi (83 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 48m |
| Lowest price | $8.22 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Illinois Zephyr |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Naperville to Mendota
- Amtrak Carl Sandburg tickets: C$8 one-way
- Amtrak Illinois Zephyr tickets: C$11 one-way
- Amtrak Southwest Chief tickets: C$15 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Naperville to Mendota?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Naperville to Mendota was $11.87. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Mendota if you book your train tickets at least 27 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $5.57.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Naperville to Mendota?
There are 3 train lines with service from Naperville to Mendota. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 1 | 0h 49m | $13.08 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 1 | 0h 51m | $17.16 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 0h 48m | $17.39 |
The Amtrak Carl Sandburg, named after the Pulitzer-winning author, is a sister service to the Illinois Zephyr. Both operate daily services between Chicago and Quincy with additional stops in Naperville and Kewanee. Whether you buy a coach class or business class ticket, you'll have plenty of legroom and complimentary WiFi, plus access to refreshments at the onboard cafe.
The Illinois Zephyr is a passenger train operated by Amtrak, running between Quincy and Chicago. Taking the train from Naperville to Mendota is a comfortable option, and tickets on this route cost on average. The Illinois Zephyr and its sister train, the Carl Sandburg, serve one of Amtrak's most popular lines. The train features amenities such as airline-style coach seating, a cafe on board, power outlets, restrooms, and Wi-Fi.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from Naperville to Mendota in about 0 hours and 48 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Naperville to Mendota. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Naperville at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Naperville twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Mendota with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Mendota to Naperville.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Naperville?
Main departure station: 105 E Fourth Ave
There is one train station in Naperville.
All train stations in Naperville:
105 E Fourth Ave
Where is the train station in Mendota?
Main arrival station: 783 Main St
Mendota has one train station.
Train stations in Mendota:
783 Main St
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