How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Newark to Chicago start from £59. The average price for this route is around £107. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Newark to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Newark to Chicago is 21h 55m, covering a distance of 702 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Chicago at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Chicago?

A bus journey from Newark to Chicago produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which 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 87412 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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.

Bus Newark to Chicago from £75 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Newark Penn Station	1d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Newark Penn Station	1d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	21h 55m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	08:10	Newark Penn Station	1d	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	22h 40m	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	1d	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	21h 55m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:10	Newark Penn Station	1d	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	21h 55m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	21h 55m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:30	Newark Penn Station	21h 55m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

21h 55mAverage duration

702 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£59 - £328	Average duration21h 55m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£82 - £927	Average duration22h 27m	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Chicago?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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

3.5/587,428 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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 £69

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.

2 July 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.

2 September 2019

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

Kiara D.

28 May 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,578 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Newark to Chicago start from £59. The average price for this route is around £107. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newark to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Newark to Chicago is 21h 55m, covering a distance of 702 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Chicago at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Chicago?
A bus journey from Newark to Chicago produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 87412 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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

09/12

£110

10/12

£128

Today

£104

12/12

£118

13/12

£92

14/12

£101

15/12

£102

16/12

£94

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £92

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 £92 to £173 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 £92, which is on 2025-12-13.

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.