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Chicago to Naperville by train

Naperville lies 42 km (26 mi) west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

By rail the journey is about 34 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 51 km (32 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.

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ChicagoNaperville
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population2.7 million147,100
Elevation180 m (591 ft)217 m (712 ft)
Time nowUTC-5 (America/Chicago)UTC-5 (America/Chicago)
Stations on recordLaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium StationNaperville, Route 59
Postal codes60601–6070160540–60567

Where to book trains from Chicago to Naperville

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Staying in Naperville

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Common questions

How far is Naperville from Chicago?

42 km (26 mi) in a straight line, west of Chicago; by road roughly 51 km (32 mi).

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Naperville by train?

About 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Chicago and Naperville?

No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.