The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
£258
Average price
£367
Fastest journey
19 h 32 m
Average duration
22 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY 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 York, NY to Chicago, IL will cost around £367 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £258.
Of the 5 trains that leave New York, NY for Chicago, IL every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1146 km distance in an average of 22 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 45 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.
49 Lake Shore Limited15:4019h32Penn Station, New York, NY10:12Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£2581One-way0 changes
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian10:5222h53Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£3201One-way1 change
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian11:0522h40Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£3841One-way1 change
40 Floridian+
2205 NextGen Acela9:0024h45Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£4141One-way1 change
40 Floridian+
2271 NextGen Acela11:2022h25Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£4611One-way1 change
49 Lake Shore Limited15:4019h32Penn Station, New York, NY10:12Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£2581One-way0 changes
40 Floridian+
2271 NextGen Acela11:2022h25Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£4611One-way1 change
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian11:0522h40Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£3841One-way1 change
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian10:5222h53Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£3201One-way1 change
40 Floridian+
2205 NextGen Acela9:0024h45Penn Station, New York, NY8:45Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL£4141One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for New York, NY to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 24m. 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 £72, and a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 1146 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£236 Average Price | £150 Average Price | £142 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 17m Average total duration 11h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 57m Average total duration 20h 27m 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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New York, NY to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Chicago, IL trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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49 Lake Shore Limited | 15:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 19h32 | 10:12 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
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40 Floridian+ 2205 NextGen Acela | 9:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 24h45 | 8:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian | 10:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 22h53 | 8:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 11:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 22h40 | 8:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
40 Floridian+ 2271 NextGen Acela | 11:20 Penn Station, New York, NY | 22h25 | 8:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Chicago, IL
Trains from New York, NY to Chicago, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £114 but you can travel from only £39 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 19h 32m.
Distance 1146 km |
Average train duration 11h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £114 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19h 32m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Chicago, IL from £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: New York, NY to Chicago, IL train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY 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 York, NY and Chicago, IL
- 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
- 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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