What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Chicago and Naperville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago and arriving at Naperville. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Chicago and Naperville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Naperville. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Downtown Chicago to Naperville?

The distance between Downtown Chicago and Naperville is 29 miles. The road distance is 29 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $18 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville?

The bus from Chicago to Naperville takes 45 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Downtown Chicago to Naperville bus from?

Downtown Chicago to Naperville bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Chicago station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Chicago to Naperville train from?

Downtown Chicago to Naperville train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Downtown Chicago to Naperville?

The best way to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $18 - $26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $19 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Naperville bus arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Naperville bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Naperville station.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Naperville train arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Naperville train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Naperville station.

Can I drive from Downtown Chicago to Naperville?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Chicago to Naperville is 29 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Downtown Chicago to Naperville.

How do I get a train ticket from Downtown Chicago to Naperville?

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Where can I stay near Naperville?

There are 215+ hotels available in Naperville.

Downtown Chicago to Naperville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Chicago to Naperville by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Napervillebus Btw 1205 / ...
45 min
$18–26
Drive 28.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Chicago to Napervillecar 28.8 mi
37 min
$6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Napervilletrain Bnsf
1h 11m
$9–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Chicago to Napervilletaxi 28.8 mi
37 min
$75–90

Downtown Chicago to Naperville by bus

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Distance: 29.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Chicago to Naperville twice daily. Tickets cost $18–26 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Metra operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville hourly. Tickets cost $5–6 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Amtrak also services this route twice daily.

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