The cheapest and fastest trains from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
Cheapest price
$211
Average price
$211
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
677 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS will cost around $211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $211.
Of the 1 trains that leave Naperville, IL for Lawrence, KS on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 677 km distance in an average of 8 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 27 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $112. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $112, and a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 420 miles (677 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$166 Average price | $345 Average price | $135 Average price Cheapest |
8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS train times
The table below shows live departures for Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:58 PM Naperville, IL | 8h27 | 5:25 AM Lawrence, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
Trains from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€95) but you can travel from only $112 (€91) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 14:58. The fastest train covers the 420 miles (677 km) distance in 8h 27m.
Distance 420 miles (677 km) |
Average train duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€95) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 27m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 14:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Naperville, IL and Lawrence, KS from $112 (€91). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lawrence, KS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Naperville's train station parking lots transitioned to all daily fee parking on Jan. 1, 2024.
- Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House
- Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Naperville
- Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Naperville
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Pace Routes: 530, 714
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