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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Newark Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newark Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newark Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newark Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newark Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
Get from Newark to Chicago
The journey takes about 20 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5655 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $155
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, DE to Chicago by train
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 train ticket from Newark to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Chicago start from $155. The average price for this train route is around $255. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Chicago is 20h 9m, covering a distance of 639 miles (1030 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Chicago at 1:36pm. And the latest train departs at 1:36pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, DE to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $275To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, DE to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $275 to $1,420 for a train ticket from Newark, DE to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $393 which is on 2025-12-22.
