What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton?

The fastest way to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Lake Geneva and Princeton?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Geneva to Princeton station. However, there are services departing from Fox Lake and arriving at Princeton Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Lake Geneva to Princeton?

The distance between Lake Geneva and Princeton is 176 miles. The road distance is 131.2 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Geneva to Princeton without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton without a car is to train via Fox Lake which takes 4h 53m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Geneva to Princeton train from?

Lake Geneva to Princeton train services, operated by Metra, depart from Fox Lake station.

Where does the Lake Geneva to Princeton train arrive?

Lake Geneva to Princeton train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Lake Geneva to Princeton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Geneva to Princeton is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Lake Geneva to Princeton.

Where can I stay near Princeton?

There are six+ hotels available in Princeton.

Lake Geneva to Princeton - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Geneva to Princeton by train (Amtrak), taxi, bus, train, or car

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Train via Fox Lake
best
1. Take the train from Fox Lake to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Princeton Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
4h 53m
$95–148
Drive 130.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Geneva to Princetoncar 130.4 mi
2h 26m
$24–35
Taxi, bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Lake Geneva to Crystal Lake Metra Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 605
3. Take the train from La Grange Amtrak to Princeton Stationtrain
5h 49m
$126–178
Train
1. Take the train from Harvard to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Princeton Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
5h 8m
$105–159

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Lake Geneva, WI, USA and Princeton, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Lake Geneva to Princeton Station via Fox Lake and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 53m.

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