How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Chicago to New York City is R 3 148. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Chicago to New York City?

A train trip between Chicago and New York City is around 22h 47m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1148 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Chicago and New York City?

The number of trains from Chicago to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Chicago to New York City?

When taking the train from Chicago to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Chicago to New York City from R 1 317 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 45m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 8m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 3h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 3h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 24m	18:04	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 24m	18:04	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 24m	18:04	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 45m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 25m	19:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 25m	19:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 25m	19:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 3h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	17:55	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1d 3h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 8m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	23h 45m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	21:30	Chicago (Union Station), IL	20h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	21h 10m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	18:40	Chicago (Union Station), IL	22h 8m	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 22 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 385, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

22h 47mAverage duration

1146 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 311 - R 8 449	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 385 - R 12 343	Average duration22h 47m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5582 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 R 1 385

Amtrak Chicago New York City recent customer reviews

The train was comfortable with adequate leg room.The staff was very helpful!

Wendy M.

8 May 2024

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and New York City?

Stops in Chicago

A - Union Station

Stops in New York City

A - Penn Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - New York City

How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to New York City cost?
The average train ticket price from Chicago to New York City is R 3 148. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Chicago to New York City?
A train trip between Chicago and New York City is around 22h 47m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1148 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Chicago and New York City?
The number of trains from Chicago to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Chicago to New York City?
When taking the train from Chicago to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/11

R 4 812

11/11

R 3 583

Today

R 3 179

13/11

R 3 653

14/11

R 2 986

15/11

R 3 583

16/11

R 2 511

17/11

R 2 511

The cheapest trip from Chicago to New York City was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 511

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 511 to R 34 539 for a train ticket from Chicago to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 511, which is on 2025-11-16.