Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Chicago on September 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	16h 20m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:35pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	22h 35m	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:10am	Newark Penn Station	1d	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	22h 25m	1:45pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Chicago on September 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	16h 20m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00am	Newark Penn Station	23h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:35pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 20m	6:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	22h 25m	1:45pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Chicago on September 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 50m	6:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	16h 20m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:35pm	Newark Penn Station	20h 20m	6:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00am	Newark Penn Station	23h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	22h 25m	1:45pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Chicago on September 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 50m	6:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Newark Penn Station	16h 20m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:35pm	Newark Penn Station	20h 20m	6:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00am	Newark Penn Station	23h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Newark Penn Station	22h 25m	1:45pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 1,418, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

21h 50mAverage Duration

1132 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 1,418 - ZAR 4,548	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 1,589 - ZAR 35,759	Average Duration22h 22m	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Newark and Chicago

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,163 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

According to 11 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 1,468

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Newark Chicago recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the space but hated being toward the back ! I loved my seat toward the front best views but my connection in Indianapolis was horrible the customer rep she was rude and disrespectful! Thanks to customer service over the phone helped tremendously and I’m grateful ! But the transfer to Indianapolis was horrible EVERYTIME I went there !

Fatimsh E.

July 2, 2025

Bus was late in Newark, missed connecting bus in Cleveland. Had to wait 4 hours there and that bus also broke down on the way, which caused another 2 hrs delay.

Govind M.

September 2, 2019

I was on a older bus with no WiFi or outlets to charge my phone...The bathroom was leaking

Kiara D.

May 28, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/515,821 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Chicago start from ZAR 1,418. The average price for this route is around ZAR 2,001. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Chicago is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 1132 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Chicago at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Chicago?
A bus trip from Newark to Chicago generates an estimated 28.27665 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 88150 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09-19

ZAR 2,115

09-20

ZAR 2,548

Today

ZAR 2,639

09-22

ZAR 2,031

09-23

ZAR 1,615

09-24

ZAR 1,998

09-25

ZAR 2,181

09-26

ZAR 1,515

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 26, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,515

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,515 to ZAR 4,778 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,515 which is on 2026-09-26.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.