The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£1456
Average price
£1456
Fastest journey
20 h 12 m
Average duration
20 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY will cost around £1456 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £1456.
To travel from Chicago, IL to New York, NY you need to make at least one change.
5048 AMTRAK · 48 Lake Shore Limited21:3020h12Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL18:42Penn Station, New York, NY£14561One-way1 change
5048 AMTRAK · 48 Lake Shore Limited21:3020h12Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL18:42Penn Station, New York, NY£14561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Chicago, IL to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, and a train costs an average of £116.
Distance: 1146 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£198 Average Price | £163 Average Price | £141 Average Price Cheapest |
21h 42m Average total duration 21h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 23m Average total duration 19h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.4 - 6.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Chicago, IL to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to New York, NY trains for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50 Cardinal | 17:55 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 27h28 | 22:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian | 18:40 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 21h10 | 16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
41 Floridian · 156 Northeast Regional | 18:40 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 22h22 | 18:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
41 Floridian · 168 Northeast Regional | 18:40 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 23h06 | 18:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
41 Floridian · 146 Northeast Regional | 18:40 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 24h06 | 19:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 21:30 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 20h12 | 18:42 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf | 21:30 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 22h46 | 21:16 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
48 Lake Shore Limited · 64 Maple Leaf | 21:30 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 22h46 | 21:16 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to New York, NY
Trains from Chicago, IL to New York, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 1146 km distance in 20h 12m.
Distance 1146 km |
Average train duration 21h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 20h 12m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and New York, NY from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chicago, IL to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to New York, 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chicago, IL and New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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