Naperville is exceptionally well-connected to the broader Chicago metropolitan area, making it a hub for commuters. The city is bisected by the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway (I-88), which provides direct access to Chicago and western Illinois. Interstate 355 is also easily accessible just to the east.
Public transit is highly utilized. The Metra BNSF Railway line serves the city with two high-volume stations: the Naperville Station (near downtown) and the Route 59 Station (on the city's western edge). These stations provide express and local commuter rail service straight into Chicago's Union Station. Pace suburban buses provide local routes and connections to the train stations.
For air travel, Naperville is conveniently located roughly 30 miles from both O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport. The city is also notably bike-friendly, featuring an extensive network of multi-use trails and bike lanes, particularly along the DuPage River and connecting to regional paths like the Illinois Prairie Path.