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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Raton to Naperville. The train trip from Raton to Naperville is usually about 22 hours and 53 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can get you there in as little as 20 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 931 mi (1498 km) |
| Fastest train | 20h 18m |
| Lowest price | €127.10 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Raton to Naperville?
2 train services operate from Raton to Naperville. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 1d 0h 10m | €154.01 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 20h 18m | €127.10 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Raton to Naperville every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €136.
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 Raton to Naperville in about 20 hours and 18 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
The distance between Raton and Naperville is approximately 931 miles, or 1498 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 22 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 20 hours and 18 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Raton to Naperville. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Raton at 13:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Raton to Naperville. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Naperville to Raton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Raton?
Main departure station: 201 S First St
There is one train station in Raton.
All train stations in Raton:
201 S First 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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