Bus from Newark, NJ to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 14
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 15
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 16
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 17
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 18
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 19
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
CheapestFastest
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 20
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on June 21
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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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 a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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 !
2.0 out of 5 stars
Fatimsh E.
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.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Govind M.
I was on a older bus with no WiFi or outlets to charge my phone...The bathroom was leaking
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Chicago start from CHF 69. The average price for this route is around CHF 93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Newark to Chicago is 21h 30m, covering a distance of 702 miles (1132 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Chicago at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Chicago?
A bus trip from Newark to Chicago generates an estimated 28.27755 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12791 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler 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
06/12
CHF 158
06/13
CHF 103
Today
CHF 113
06/15
CHF 97
06/16
CHF 65
06/17
CHF 72
06/18
CHF 89
06/19
CHF 90
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of CHF 65
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 CHF 65 to CHF 224 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 CHF 65 which is on 2026-06-16.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of CHF 65
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
