How much is the train ticket from New Haven to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from New Haven to Chicago start from $109. The average price for this train route is around $346. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from New Haven to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from New Haven to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 760 miles (1225 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 6m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Haven to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Haven to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from New Haven to Chicago at 5:34am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Train New Haven to Chicago from $89 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on March 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:02am	State Street Station	1d	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
	Train	12:06pm	Union Station	23h 6m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	Train	11:02am	State Street Station	1d	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:31am	Union Station	1d	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	Train	11:02am	State Street Station	1d	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:03 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Haven to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

759 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$84 - $346	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$109 - $1,883	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 111kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $109

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Haven, CT to Chicago by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from New Haven to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from New Haven to Chicago start from $109. The average price for this train route is around $346. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Haven to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from New Haven to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 760 miles (1225 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Haven to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Haven to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from New Haven to Chicago at 5:34am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/25

$265

03/26

$290

Today

$552

03/28

$309

03/29

No data

03/30

No data

03/31

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04/01

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The cheapest trip from New Haven, CT to Chicago was searched and found on Mar 25, 2026 with a price of $265

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

You can expect to pay from $265 to $2,284 for a train ticket from New Haven, CT to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $309 which is on 2026-03-28.