The cheapest and fastest trains from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
11 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
677 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 2 trains that leave Naperville, IL for Lawrence, KS every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 677 km distance in an average of 11 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3 Southwest Chief
381 Carl Sandburg · 3 Southwest Chief
3 Southwest Chief
381 Carl Sandburg · 3 Southwest ChiefTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £83, and a flight costs an average of £160.
Distance: 677 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£123 Average Price | £255 Average Price | £99 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS train times
The table below shows live departures for Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3 Southwest Chief | 19:58 Naperville Station, Naperville, IL | 8h27 | 04:25 Lawrence Station, Lawrence, KS | 0 changesdirect | |
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381 Carl Sandburg · 3 Southwest Chief | 13:15 Naperville Station, Naperville, IL | 15h10 | 04:25 Lawrence Station, Lawrence, KS | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS
Trains from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £83 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 14:58. The fastest train covers the 677 km distance in 8h 27m.
Distance 677 km |
Average train duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 27m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 14:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Naperville, IL and Lawrence, KS from £83. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naperville, IL to Lawrence, KS by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lawrence, KS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Naperville, IL and Lawrence, KS
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Naperville's train station parking lots transitioned to all daily fee parking on Jan. 1, 2024.
- Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House
- Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Naperville
- Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Naperville
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Pace Routes: 530, 714
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