How far is Newark from Chicago?

The distance separating Newark and Chicago is 703 miles (1133 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newark to Chicago?

Most of the buses traveling from Newark to Chicago leave from Penn Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Grant Park, Brookfield Zoo, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier and Lake Michigan.

Bus Newark to Chicago from $57 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	4:30pm	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	11:35pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:30pm	Newark Penn Station	1d 10h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	4:30pm	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	11:35pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:30pm	Newark Penn Station	1d 10h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 10m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:35pm	Newark Penn Station	21h 30m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	4:30pm	Newark Penn Station	18h 30m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	11:30am	Newark Penn Station	19h 40m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	6:45am	Newark Penn Station	1d 2h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:30pm	Newark Penn Station	1d 10h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, 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
Bus	Average Price$60 - $306	Average Duration21h 55m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$96 - $1,842	Average Duration22h 27m	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

Bus Newark, NJ to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$116

Average bus trip duration21h 55m

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure2:15am

Distance702 miles (1132 km)

Latest bus departure11:35pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,350 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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.

July 2, 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.

September 2, 2019

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

Kiara D.

May 28, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,191 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Newark to Chicago Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Newark to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Chicago?

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newark, NJ - Chicago

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What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/03

$188

11/04

$143

Today

$131

11/06

$116

11/07

$144

11/08

$95

11/09

$88

11/10

$80

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 with a price of $80

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 $80 to $236 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 $80 which is on 2025-11-10.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Newark and Chicago!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Newark to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Newark to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time21h 55m	Avg Price$116	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time22h 27m	Avg Price$250	Daily Departures10

Will you be returning to Newark, NJ by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Newark, NJ

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Train from Newark, NJ to Chicago

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