Train from Chicago to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Chicago to Newark on November 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Penn StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Train
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Penn StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Train
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Penn StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 20 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
20h 40mAverage Duration
701 milesDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$90 - $311Average Duration20h 40m
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$86 - $1,122Average Duration22h 30m
103kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Newark, NJ by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/17
$186
11/18
$198
Today
$334
11/20
$500
11/21
$304
11/22
$370
11/23
$319
11/24
$280
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $186

To 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 $186 to $2,018 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 $280 which is on 2025-11-24.

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