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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: August 8 atDeparture city: PrincetonDeparture location: Princeton, ILArrival time: August 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Princeton to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5376 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $51
Amtrak Princeton Chicago recent customer reviews
Amtrak is always great but the train was 4 hours late on this trip but what I did like they kept me informed by email and text
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The cheapest trip from Princeton, IL, US to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Princeton, IL, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $48 for a bus ticket from Princeton, IL, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-08-08.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Princeton to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Princeton to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Princeton to Chicago.
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The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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