Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 15
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 16
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 17
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 18
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 19
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Newark to Chicago on November 20
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Newark Penn Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Newark Penn Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Chicago
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Lines, Inc. Newark Chicago recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the space but hated being toward the back ! I loved my seat toward the front best views but my connection in Indianapolis was horrible the customer rep she was rude and disrespectful! Thanks to customer service over the phone helped tremendously and I’m grateful ! But the transfer to Indianapolis was horrible EVERYTIME I went there !
2 out of 5 stars
Fatimsh E.
Bus was late in Newark, missed connecting bus in Cleveland. Had to wait 4 hours there and that bus also broke down on the way, which caused another 2 hrs delay.
1 out of 5 stars
Govind M.
I was on a older bus with no WiFi or outlets to charge my phone...The bathroom was leaking
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Chicago by bus
How far is Newark from Chicago?
The distance separating Newark and Chicago is 703 miles (1133 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newark to Chicago?
Most of the buses traveling from Newark to Chicago leave from Penn Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Grant Park, Brookfield Zoo, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier and Lake Michigan.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/13
$127
11/14
$144
Today
$131
11/16
$148
11/17
$121
11/18
$109
11/19
$113
11/20
$116
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $109
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $109 to $269 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2025-11-18.
Usually FlixBus, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $109
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
