What is the cheapest way to get from Princeton to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Chicago is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Princeton to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Chicago is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Princeton Station station and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Princeton to Chicago?

The distance between Princeton and Chicago is 115 miles. The road distance is 114.9 miles.

How do I travel from Princeton to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Princeton to Chicago without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Princeton to Chicago?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Princeton to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Chicago train from?

Princeton to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Princeton Station.

Where does the Princeton to Chicago train arrive?

Princeton to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Princeton to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Chicago is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Princeton to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from Princeton to Chicago?

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Where can I stay near Chicago?

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Princeton to Chicago - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton to Chicago by taxi, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Princeton to La Salle / Perutaxi
2. Take the bus from La Salle / Peru to Chicagobus Btw 1202
1h 53m
Drive 114.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton to Chicagocar 114.3 mi
2h 7m
$21–31
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2h 21m
$30–70

Princeton to Chicago by train (Amtrak)

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2h 21mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.8 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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 $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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