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Compare bus and train for Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $147 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 20h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $147, while a train costs an average of $312.
Distance: 720 miles (1160 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$312 Average price | $147 Average price Cheapest | $169 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 51m Average total duration Fastest 20h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 55m Average total duration 22h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY:
A bus is $166 (€134) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY costing on average $312 (€252).
Other travel options to White Plains, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 25m.
Tickets start at around $312 (€252) compared to roughly $169 (€136) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-143.48 (€-115.78). The journey takes 20h 21m versus 12h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY
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Trains from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 20h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $146 (€118) but you can travel from only $89 (€71) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 720 miles (1160 km) distance in 18h 3m.
Distance 720 miles (1160 km) |
Average train duration 20h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 (€118) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 18h 3m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at White Plains, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY
Most Chicago, IL to White Plains, NY trains use the Union Station to Cronton-Harmon Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Chicago, IL and White Plains, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chicago, IL station do trains to White Plains, NY leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Chicago city centre
Union Station is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, Lou Mitchell's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Kimpton Gray Hotel, JW Marriott Chicago, W Chicago - City Center.
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