The cheapest and fastest trains from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$252
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
19 h 56 m
Average duration
19 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $252.
It's difficult to get from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €158. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 19h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €158, and a train costs an average of €207.
Distance: 700 miles (1128 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€208 Average price | €158 Average price Cheapest |
24h 39m Average total duration 24h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 42m Average total duration Fastest 19h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:06 AM East Orange, NJ | 27h54 | 10:00 AM Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:21 AM East Orange, NJ | 27h39 | 10:00 AM Chicago, IL | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:04 PM East Orange, NJ | 19h08 | 10:12 AM Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL
Trains from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 24h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $254 (€207) but you can travel from only $194 (€158) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 15:04. The fastest train covers the 700 miles (1128 km) distance in 19h 8m.
Distance 700 miles (1128 km) |
Average train duration 24h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $254 (€207) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 19h 8m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 15:04 |
Train companies: NJ Transit from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL trainsNJ Transit trains will get you between East Orange, NJ and Chicago, IL from $194 (€158). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Orange, NJ to Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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