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Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Princeton to Naperville. Traveling by train from Princeton to Naperville usually takes 2 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Illinois Zephyr train can make the trip in one hour and 27 minutes.
| Distance | 73 mi (117 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 27m |
| Lowest price | €10.72 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Princeton to Naperville?
There are 4 train lines with service from Princeton to Naperville. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 5h 57m | €26.03 |
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 1 | 1h 28m | €17.32 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 1 | 1h 27m | €25.14 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 2h 7m | €15.08 |
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 Naperville every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €23.
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 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 Princeton to Naperville in about 2 hours and 7 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 Princeton to Naperville
Trains from Princeton to Naperville are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 3 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 Princeton.
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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 Naperville?
Main arrival station: 105 E Fourth Ave
Naperville has one train station.
All train stations in Naperville:
105 E Fourth Ave
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