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Naperville to Princeton Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Naperville to Princeton. Traveling by train from Naperville to Princeton usually takes one hour and 11 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Carl Sandburg train can make the trip in one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 73 mi (117 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 10m |
| Lowest price | $16.78 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak California Zephyr |
| Train lines | 4 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Naperville to Princeton?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Naperville to Princeton was $18.87. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 16 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $190.36 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Naperville to Princeton by month
Which train should you take from Naperville to Princeton?
There are 4 train lines with service from Naperville to Princeton. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak California Zephyr | 1 | 1h 10m | $161.11 |
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 1 | 1h 10m | $18.87 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 1 | 1h 13m | $44.18 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1h 11m | $181.73 |
Amtrak’s California Zephyr travels over 2,400 miles to connect Chicago to the San Francisco area. The full journey takes over 50 hours, so many passengers upgrade to a sleeper cabin for added privacy and comfort. The Zephyr is one of Amtrak’s most scenic routes, and the sightseer lounge’s panoramic windows offer the best views of the Rockies, the Sierra Nevadas, and the Great Salt Lake along the route.
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 Princeton 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 Princeton in about 1 hours and 11 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 about traveling by train from Naperville to Princeton
Trains from Naperville to Princeton are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
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.
There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Naperville to Princeton.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Princeton 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 Princeton?
Main arrival station: 107 Bicentennial Dr
Princeton has one train station.
Train stations in Princeton:
107 Bicentennial Dr
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