Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Newbern-Dyersburg, TN | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newbern-Dyersburg, TN | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newbern-Dyersburg, TN | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newbern-Dyersburg, TN | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newbern-Dyersburg, TN | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
Get from Newbern to Chicago
The journey takes about 12 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 021, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 R 1 021
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newbern to Chicago by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Newbern to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Newbern to Chicago start from R 1 021. The average price for this train route is around R 2 056. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newbern to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Newbern to Chicago is 12h 32m, covering a distance of 657 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newbern to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newbern to Chicago?
The earliest train from Newbern to Chicago departs at 00:22. And the latest train departs at 00:28.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newbern to Chicago was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 966To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newbern to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 966 to R 6 864 for a train ticket from Newbern to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 966, which is on 2025-12-15.
