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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Penn Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Penn Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Newark
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 21 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Newark, NJ?
Chicago
- A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Newark, NJ
- B
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
Train Companies
Based on 5751 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 £64
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Newark, NJ 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 Chicago to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Newark start from £64. The average price for this train route is around £173. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Newark?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Newark is 22h 41m, covering a distance of 702 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Newark route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Newark?
The earliest train from Chicago to Newark departs at 17:55. And the latest train departs at 21:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of £86To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Newark, NJ as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £86 to £719 for a train ticket from Chicago to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £86, which is on 2026-01-28.
