Trains tickets from Chicago to New York

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Today18 May
from US$325
Tomorrow19 May
from US$252
Tue20 May
from US$170
Wed21 May
from US$90
Thu22 May
from US$90
Fri23 May
from US$90
Sat24 May
from US$90
Sun25 May
from US$381

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 19 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 20 May at
    Destination city: New York
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 20 May at
    Destination city: New York
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 20 May at
    Destination city: New York
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 20 May at
    Destination city: New York
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 20 May at
    Destination city: New York
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to New York

Bus
Average priceUS$61 - US$450Average duration1d 1h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$93 - US$447Average duration22h 24m
104kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to New York

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53bus per day
1d 1hAverage duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to New York: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$195
Average train trip duration22h 24m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure17:55
Distance710 miles
Latest train departure23:59

Chicago to New York Train

Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can plan and book a trip by train easily from Chicago to New York.

We make sure you can find a train service from Chicago to New York from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to New York from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - New York

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to New York cost?

    The average train ticket price from Chicago to New York is US$195. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to New York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Chicago to New York?

    A train trip between Chicago and New York is around 22h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 20h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 712 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Chicago and New York?

    The number of trains from Chicago to New York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to New York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
16/05
US$281
17/05
US$555
Today
US$325
19/05
US$252
20/05
US$170
21/05
US$90
22/05
US$90
23/05
US$90
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to New York was searched and found on 21 May 2025 with a price of US$90

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

You can expect to pay from US$90 to US$2,056 for a train ticket from Chicago to New York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$90, which is on 2025-05-21.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Chicago and New York is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New York.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to New York you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Chicago and New York, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Chicago to New York while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

Will you be returning to Chicago by train?

Train from New York to Chicago

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