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Princeton - La Grange Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

3 trains operate daily from Princeton to La Grange. The train trip from Princeton to La Grange is usually about 3 hours and 1 minute long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Illinois Zephyr train can get you there in as little as one hour and 43 minutes.

Distance88 mi (141 km)
Fastest train1h 43m
Lowest price$15.00
Trains per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines3

Price trends for trains from Princeton to La Grange

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Which train should you take from Princeton to La Grange?

There are 3 train lines with service from Princeton to La Grange. There is only one daily train on each service.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak15h 35m$28.00
Amtrak Carl Sandburg11h 44m$18.00
Amtrak Illinois Zephyr11h 43m$15.00
  • 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 Princeton to La Grange every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $28.

  • 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 Princeton to La Grange 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Princeton and La Grange is approximately 88 miles, or 141 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 43 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Princeton to La Grange on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Princeton at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to La Grange. 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 La Grange to Princeton.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Princeton?

Main departure station: 107 Bicentennial Dr

There is one train station in Princeton.

All train stations in Princeton:

  • 107 Bicentennial Dr

Where is the train station in La Grange?

Main arrival station: 25 W Burlington Ave

La Grange has one train station.

All train stations in La Grange:

  • 25 W Burlington Ave

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