What is the cheapest way to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago is to train which costs $5 - $6 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Naperville, IL and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Naperville, IL to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Naperville Metra and arriving at 25th Street & Michigan via Yorktown Center and North Riverside Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Naperville, IL and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Naperville and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Naperville, IL to Chicago?

The distance between Naperville, IL and Chicago is 28 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

How do I travel from Naperville, IL to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $5 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago?

The train from Naperville to Union Station takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Naperville, IL to Chicago bus from?

Naperville, IL to Chicago bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Naperville Metra station.

Where do I catch the Naperville, IL to Chicago train from?

Naperville, IL to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, depart from Naperville station.

Train or bus from Naperville, IL to Chicago?

The best way to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $5 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 722 bus and line 322 bus and line 21 bus, which costs $6 - $7 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Naperville, IL to Chicago bus arrive?

Naperville, IL to Chicago bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Yorktown Center station.

What is the time difference between Naperville, IL and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h ahead of Naperville, IL. It is currently 11:34 PM in Naperville, IL and 12:34 AM in Chicago.

Where does the Naperville, IL to Chicago train arrive?

Naperville, IL to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Naperville, IL to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Naperville, IL to Chicago is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Naperville, IL to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Chicago.

Naperville, IL to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 722 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Naperville, IL to Chicago by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
1h 4m
$5–6
Line 722 bus, line 322 bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Naperville Metra to Yorktown Centerbus 722
2. Take the bus from Yorktown Center to North Riverside Park Mallbus 322
3. Take the bus from North Riverside Mall to 25th Street & Michiganbus 21
2h 50m
$6–7
Drive 30.1 mi
1. Drive from Naperville, IL to Chicagocar 30.1 mi
38 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Naperville, IL to Chicagotaxi 30.1 mi
38 min
$75–95

Naperville, IL to Chicago by train

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Distance: 28.3 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Naperville, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Naperville to Chicago Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $5–6 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Naperville Metra to 25th Street & Michigan via Yorktown Center and North Riverside Mall in around 2h 50m.

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