The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$405
Average price
$811
Fastest journey
23 h 14 m
Average duration
1 d 7 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL will cost around $811 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $405.
It's difficult to get from New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.
95 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian8:43 AM25h02Union Station, New Haven, CT8:45 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4051One-way1 transfer
93 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited11:58 AM23h14Union Station, New Haven, CT10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4271One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional · 51 Cardinal9:10 PM38h15Union Station, New Haven, CT10:25 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$5621One-way1 transfer
2155 NextGen Acela+
40 Floridian9:19 AM24h26Union Station, New Haven, CT8:45 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$8521One-way1 transfer
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited10:53 AM24h19New Haven, CT10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$9461One-way2 transfers
93 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited11:58 AM23h14Union Station, New Haven, CT10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4271One-way1 transfer
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited10:53 AM24h19New Haven, CT10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$9461One-way2 transfers
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited10:53 AM24h19New Haven, CT10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$11721One-way1 transfer
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited · 49 Lake Shore Limited10:51 AM24h21Union Station, New Haven, CT10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$9471One-way2 transfers
470 Amtrak Hartford Line · 449 Lake Shore Limited10:51 AM24h21Union Station, New Haven, CT10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$11731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $117.
Distance: 761 miles (1225 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$250 Average price | $161 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price |
22h 5m Average total duration 21h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 18m Average total duration 29h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL trains for today, Wednesday, April 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:43 PM New Haven, CT | 25h02 | 2:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:53 PM New Haven, CT | 24h19 | 4:12 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL
Trains from New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€94) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 761 miles (1225 km) distance in 23h 6m.
Distance 761 miles (1225 km) |
Average train duration 21h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€94) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 23h 6m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Haven, CT and Chicago, IL from $48 (€39). 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 New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Haven, CT to Chicago, IL
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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