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Art Institute of Chicago
Major art museum with global collections, notable Impressionist works, and a landmark setting beside Millennium Park.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ to Chicago, IL will cost around £233 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £185.
To travel from Newark, NJ to Chicago, IL you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Newark, NJ to Chicago, IL run on average 8 times per day, taking around 20h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 1132 km distance in 18h 42m.
Distance 1132 km |
Average train duration 20h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 18h 42m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Newark, NJ to Chicago, IL.
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Chicago, IL trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:40 Newark, NJ | 19h32 | 16:12 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
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2105 Acela [NextGen] · 40 Floridian | 9:14 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 24h31 | 8:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian | 11:09 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 22h36 | 8:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
1195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 11:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 22h17 | 8:45 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
1118 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 13:16 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 21h56 | 10:12 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 2 changes | |
1082 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 13:32 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 21h40 | 10:12 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
1082 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 13:38 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 21h34 | 10:12 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
1088 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 14:23 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 20h49 | 10:12 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
1088 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 14:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 20h43 | 10:12 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 change | |
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Major art museum with global collections, notable Impressionist works, and a landmark setting beside Millennium Park.
Science museum in Jackson Park with hands-on exhibits, a U-505 submarine, and broad appeal for families and curious adults.
Natural history museum on the Museum Campus, known for dinosaur fossils, gem displays, and wide-ranging science exhibits.
Lively lakefront park with Cloud Gate, gardens, public art, and frequent events at the heart of central Chicago.
Bustling avenue for architecture, shopping, river views, and easy walking between landmark buildings and major attractions.
Scenic pedestrian route along the Chicago River with terraces, bridges, boat access, and excellent close-up architecture views.
Deep-dish pizza is a Chicago classic with a tall buttery crust, layers of cheese and toppings, and chunky tomato sauce baked in a deep pan.
Chicago-style hot dog is an all-beef frank on a poppy seed bun with mustard, relish, onion, tomato, pickle, peppers and celery salt.
Italian beef is thinly sliced roast beef on a roll, often dipped in savoury juices and topped with sweet peppers or giardiniera.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant rooted in Midwestern ingredients, with polished service and a refined contemporary dining room.
Historic pizzeria known for classic Chicago deep-dish in a lively, casual setting near the Magnificent Mile.
Long-running counter-service spot famed for Italian beef sandwiches, dipped rolls and spicy giardiniera in a no-frills setting.
Expensive by US city standards: hotels, dining and attractions add up, though buses and the 'L' help keep daily costs manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafés if table service is given.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ 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.

Most Newark, NJ to Chicago, IL trains use the Newark Penn Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Chicago, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
Union Station is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, Lou Mitchell's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Kimpton Gray Hotel, JW Marriott Chicago, W Chicago - City Center.
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