Naperville travel guide

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You're Going to Love Naperville

With a population of 141,853, Naperville is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Naperville deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Naperville

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggiano's - Naperville (1847 Freedom Drive) and White Chocolate Grill - Naperville (1803 Freedom Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Naperville

Naperville in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Naperville in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Naperville in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Naperville, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Naperville

Plane

Although Naperville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 44 km from Naperville. The shortest domestic flight to Naperville departs from New York and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Naperville. The train journey from Naperville to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip. Located 5 km from the city center, Naperville Route 59 is the busiest station in Naperville. Another popular train station is Naperville, located 0.7 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Naperville is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 44 km from Naperville. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Naperville, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Naperville takes 129 km and will cost you around $76. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 153 km.

Plane

Although Naperville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 44 km from Naperville. The shortest domestic flight to Naperville departs from New York and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Naperville. The train journey from Naperville to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip. Located 5 km from the city center, Naperville Route 59 is the busiest station in Naperville. Another popular train station is Naperville, located 0.7 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Naperville is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 44 km from Naperville. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Naperville, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Naperville takes 129 km and will cost you around $76. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 153 km.

Airports near Naperville

Airlines serving Naperville

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,603 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,970 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,968 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,726 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,548 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (757 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (770 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,324 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (971 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Naperville

Most booked hotels in Naperville

Hotel Arista
4 stars
Excellent (9, 179 reviews)
$189+
Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 301 reviews)
$200+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Romeoville, IL
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 718 reviews)
$124+
Holiday Inn Express Naperville
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 476 reviews)
$109+
Aloft Bolingbrook
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 434 reviews)
$137+
Hilton Garden Inn Naperville/Warrenville
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 245 reviews)
$149+

Renting a car in Naperville

Renting a car in Naperville costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Naperville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Naperville is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Naperville costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Naperville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Naperville is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.