The cheapest and fastest trains from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL 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 Springfield, IL will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL without transferring at least once.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, and a bus costs an average of €43.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:18 PM Naperville, IL | 4h07 | 8:25 PM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:16 PM Naperville, IL | 5h00 | 10:16 PM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
![]() | 12:16 PM Naperville, IL | 4h52 | 5:08 PM Springfield, IL | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL
Trains from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 19:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metra from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL trainsAmtrak, Metra trains will get you between Naperville, IL and Springfield, IL from $44 (€35). 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 Springfield, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL 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 Springfield, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Naperville, IL to Springfield, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Wyndham Springfield City Centre
- Carpenter Street Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a brick railroad depot with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
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