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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Mendota and Naperville. The average train journey from Mendota to Naperville takes 2 hours and 4 minutes, but some Amtrak Carl Sandburg train trips are as short as 53 minutes.
| Distance | 52 mi (83 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 53m |
| Lowest price | £4.86 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Carl Sandburg |
| Train lines | 4 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Mendota to Naperville?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Mendota to Naperville was £4.86. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Naperville if you book your train tickets at least 4 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra £16.34.
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If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 4 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Naperville from Mendota will be about £16.34 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from Mendota to Naperville?
There are 4 train lines with service from Mendota to Naperville. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 5h 29m | £27.26 |
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 1 | 1h 6m | £8.29 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 1 | 1h 5m | £9.45 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1h 1m | £13.29 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Mendota to Naperville every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £20.
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 Mendota to Naperville 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 Mendota to Naperville in about 1 hours and 1 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
Trains departing from Mendota to Naperville tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Mendota at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Naperville. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Naperville to Mendota.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Mendota?
Main departure station: 783 Main St
There is one train station in Mendota.
All train stations in Mendota:
783 Main St
Where is the train station in Naperville?
Main arrival station: 105 E Fourth Ave
Naperville has one train station.
Train stations in Naperville:
105 E Fourth Ave
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