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Naper Settlement
Local history museum campus featuring restored homes, galleries, and exhibits on Naperville’s development, people, and daily life.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$57
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$57
Fastest journey on Sep 20
12 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
12 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 12 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 17 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 12 h 17 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a train costs an average of $126.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL:
A bus is $68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL costing on average $126.
Other travel options to Naperville, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Tickets start at around $126 compared to roughly $36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-90.12. The journey takes 4h 2m versus 2h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 AM Springfield, IL | 12h17 | 11:28 PM Naperville, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:11 PM Springfield, IL | 12h17 | 12:28 AM Naperville, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Naperville, IL — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Naperville, IL trip today.
Local history museum campus featuring restored homes, galleries, and exhibits on Naperville’s development, people, and daily life.
Family-friendly children’s museum with hands-on science, building, art, and play exhibits designed for creative learning and active exploration.
Small art gallery and education space at North Central College presenting rotating contemporary exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Signature riverfront path with bridges, fountains, monuments, and gardens linking downtown sights for an easy and scenic walk.
Lively central district with historic streets, shops, public art, and easy access to the Riverwalk, museums, and community events.
Large nature park with trails, prairie, woodland, and a scenic quarry lake area popular for walking, birding, and quiet views.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Springfield, IL to Naperville, 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 Naperville, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Springfield, IL to Naperville, IL trains use the Springfield Station to Naperville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Springfield, IL and Naperville, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Springfield Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Springfield Station.
Ticket office support is available at Springfield Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Springfield Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Springfield Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Wyndham Springfield City Centre, Carpenter Street Hotel.
Naperville Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House, Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
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Ticket office support is available at Naperville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Naperville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Naperville Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Naperville Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk, Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Naperville, Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Naperville.
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