Naperville to Springfield by train
Springfield lies 254 km (158 mi) south-west of Naperville, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 26 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 310 km (193 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Naperville | Springfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 147,100 | 114,394 |
| Elevation | 217 m (712 ft) | 184 m (604 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Naperville, Route 59 | Springfield, Lincoln Depot, Springfield Union Station |
| Postal codes | 60540–60567 | 62701–62796 |
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Common questions
How far is Springfield from Naperville?
254 km (158 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Naperville; by road roughly 310 km (193 mi).
How long does it take to get from Naperville to Springfield by train?
About 3 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Naperville and Springfield?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.