What is the cheapest way to get from Naperville to Columbus?

The cheapest way to get from Naperville to Columbus is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Naperville to Columbus?

The fastest way to get from Naperville to Columbus is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Naperville and Columbus?

No, there is no direct train from Naperville to Columbus station. However, there are services departing from Naperville and arriving at Columbus Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Naperville to Columbus?

The distance between Naperville and Columbus is 178 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

How do I travel from Naperville to Columbus without a car?

The best way to get from Naperville to Columbus without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $85 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Naperville to Columbus?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Naperville to Columbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Naperville to Columbus train from?

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

Where does the Naperville to Columbus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Naperville to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Naperville to Columbus is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Naperville to Columbus.

How do I get a train ticket from Naperville to Columbus?

Book your Naperville to Columbus train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are seven+ hotels available in Columbus.

Naperville to Columbus - 4 ways to travel via train, line 330 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Columbus Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
4h 54m
$85–136
Drive 135.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Naperville to Columbuscar 135.3 mi
3h 15m
$24–34
Line 330 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from La Grange/Burlington Ave. to O'Hare MMF Bay 8bus 330
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Columbus Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 24m
$78–105
Train, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ORD - MSN
3. Take the taxi from Madison-Airport-MSN to Columbustaxi
4h 37m
$112–346

Naperville to Columbus by train

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Distance: 177.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Naperville, IL, USA and Columbus, WI, USA?

You can take a train from Naperville to Columbus Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 54m.

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