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Trip Overview

The average train between Princeton and Chicago takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Princeton to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 9m
Duration
104 mi
Distance
$65
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Princeton to Chicago train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Princeton and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 8:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Princeton is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Chicago at 9:51 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 2h 2m • Direct
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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 2m • Direct
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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 2m • Direct
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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 2m • Direct
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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 2m • Direct
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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 2m • Direct
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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 2m • Direct
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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 103.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 9m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–90 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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