How much is the train ticket from New Haven to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from New Haven to Chicago start at $131. The average price for this train route is around $365. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from New Haven to Chicago?

The average train trip from New Haven to Chicago takes 1d and covers 1224 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 6m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Haven to Chicago route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Haven to Chicago?

The earliest train from New Haven to Chicago departs at 5:34am. The latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Train New Haven to Chicago from $146 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:58am	Union Station	23h 14m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Union Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Union Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:53am	State Street Station	1d	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	11:58am	Union Station	23h 14m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Union Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:53am	State Street Station	1d	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	11:58am	Union Station	23h 14m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Union Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:43am	Union Station	1d 1h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	11:58am	Union Station	23h 14m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Union Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:53am	State Street Station	1d	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	11:58am	Union Station	23h 14m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Union Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	9:00am	State Street Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Haven 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 1 day, 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1224 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$129 - $529	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$131 - $3,025	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 111kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5753 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $131

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Haven, CT to Chicago by train

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 train ticket from New Haven to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from New Haven to Chicago start at $131. The average price for this train route is around $365. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from New Haven to Chicago?
The average train trip from New Haven to Chicago takes 1d and covers 1224 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Haven to Chicago route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Haven to Chicago?
The earliest train from New Haven to Chicago departs at 5:34am. The latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-30

$276

01-31

$304

Today

$938

02-02

$248

02-03

$239

02-04

$216

02-05

$311

02-06

$230

The cheapest trip from New Haven, CT to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $216

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

You can expect to pay from $216 to $2,753 for a train ticket from New Haven, CT to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2026-02-04.