Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL train

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Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL

Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL run on average 10 times per day, taking around 19h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $260 (€237) but you can travel from only $61 (€56) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $61 (€56)
Distance
707 miles (1139 km)
Average train duration
19h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
$260 (€237)
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
1
Train providers
1
Fastest train
19h 32m
First train
06:45
Last train
21:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $61 (€56)

Train companies: Amtrak from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL trains

Travel to Chicago, IL from Jersey City, NJ from $130 (€119) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between Jersey City, NJ and Chicago, IL.

Amtrak from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL train information:

  • Average Duration: 19 h 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: $130

FAQs: Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $260 (€237) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL is $260 (€237); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL is 19 h 32 min   to travel the 706 mile (1139 km) long route, with around there are 11 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL leaves at 6: 45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL leaves at 9: 30 PM.
There are 11 trains a day from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Chicago, IL. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Jersey City, NJ and Chicago, IL and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 30 PM.
The cheapest month for a train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL is March.
You have options as you can travel to Chicago, IL from Jersey City, NJ 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

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