How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Newark start from R 1 395. The average price for this train route is around R 3 534. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 1132 km. The quickest train can get 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 8 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.

Train Chicago to Newark from R 1 329 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Newark on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 51m	22:21	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 50m	16:30	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 20m	18:00	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 49m	17:29	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 20m	18:00	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Newark on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 50m	16:30	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 58m	17:38	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 58m	17:38	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 58m	17:38	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 41m	18:21	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:00 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 479, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

21h 25mAverage duration

1130 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 479 - R 5 160	Average duration21h 25m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 395 - R 10 085	Average duration22h 41m	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

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

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5754 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 395

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Newark start from R 1 395. The average price for this train route is around R 3 534. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 1132 km. The quickest train can get 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 8 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.

Best price found

31/01

R 4 133

01/02

R 2 526

Today

R 2 526

03/02

R 2 346

04/02

R 2 608

05/02

R 1 755

06/02

R 2 903

07/02

R 1 755

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 755

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 R 1 755 to R 17 301 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 R 1 755, which is on 2026-02-05.