Newark, NJ to Chicago train
Cheap train tickets from Newark, NJ to Chicago
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Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Train schedule from Newark, NJ to Chicago
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Fastest train times from Newark, NJ to Chicago
Fastest Journey
21 h 53 m
Average
22 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1132 km
It's difficult to get from Newark, NJ to Chicago without transferring at least once.
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Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Chicago
 | Distance | 701 miles (1131 km) |
 | Average train duration | 20 h 44 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $178 (€174) |
 | Train frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there is 1 direct train a day |
 | Train companies | Amtrak |
Trains from Newark, NJ to Chicago cover the 701 miles (1131 km) long route taking on average 20 h 44 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $83 (€81), but the average price of train tickets is $178 (€174).
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark, NJ to Chicago trains
For as little as $83 (€81) you can travel by train from Newark, NJ to Chicago with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.
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 from Newark, NJ to Chicago.
Amtrak from Newark, NJ to Chicago train information:
- Average Duration: 26 h 55 min
- Average Price: $83
- Amtrak frequency: 1 a day
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