The cheapest and fastest trains from New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 3 trains that leave New Buffalo, MI for Chicago, IL every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:021h38New Buffalo, MI2:40Chicago, IL£101One-way0 changes
2:021h38New Buffalo, MI3:40Chicago, IL£101One-way0 changes
15:241h21New Buffalo, MI16:45Chicago, IL£111One-way0 changes
15:241h21New Buffalo, MI16:45Chicago, IL£111One-way0 changes
2:021h38New Buffalo, MI3:40Chicago, IL£101One-way0 changes
1:021h38New Buffalo, MI2:40Chicago, IL£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 75 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL trains for today, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
365 Blue Water | 11:24 New Buffalo Station, New Buffalo, MI | 1h21 | 11:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
353 Wolverine | 13:31 New Buffalo Station, New Buffalo, MI | 1h41 | 14:12 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 9 June | |||||
![]() | 1:02 New Buffalo, MI | 1h38 | 2:40 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 8 June | |||||
355 Wolverine | 21:12 New Buffalo Station, New Buffalo, MI | 1h38 | 21:50 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 9 June | |||||
![]() | 2:02 New Buffalo, MI | 1h38 | 3:40 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL
Trains from New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:45 |
Last train 22:02 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Buffalo, MI and Chicago, IL from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: New Buffalo, MI to Chicago, IL train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Buffalo, MI 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
Important Stations and Airports in New Buffalo, MI and Chicago, IL
- 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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