How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Chicago start from £82. The average price for this train route is around £184. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Newark to Chicago is 22h 27m, covering a distance of 702 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Newark to Chicago departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 14:30.

Train Newark to Chicago from £79 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23	Penn Station	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:14	Penn Station	1d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	11:23	Penn Station	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:14	Penn Station	1d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	11:23	Penn Station	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23	Penn Station	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	14:29	Penn Station	20h 43m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	13:22	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	21h 50m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:14	Penn Station	1d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	14:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	20h 49m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	11:52	Penn Station	21h 53m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15	Penn Station	22h 30m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	10:53	Penn Station	22h 52m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:53	Penn Station	22h 52m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	11:52	Penn Station	21h 53m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15	Penn Station	22h 30m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	13:54	Penn Station	21h 18m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15	Penn Station	22h 30m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:09	Penn Station	1d	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	14:29	Penn Station	20h 43m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	13:22	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	21h 50m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	09:14	Penn Station	1d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	13:22	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	21h 50m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Chicago on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:54	Penn Station	21h 18m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15	Penn Station	22h 30m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	11:23	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	22h 22m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:15	Penn Station	22h 30m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:58 EST.

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.

10bus 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 - £870	Average duration22h 27m	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Chicago?

Newark, NJ

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

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,658 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5658 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 £82

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

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Chicago start from £82. The average price for this train route is around £184. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Newark to Chicago is 22h 27m, covering a distance of 702 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Chicago?
The earliest train from Newark to Chicago departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 14:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

17/12

£184

18/12

£284

Today

£317

20/12

£425

21/12

£425

22/12

£383

23/12

£383

24/12

£288

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £184

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

You can expect to pay from £184 to £1,548 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £288, which is on 2025-12-24.