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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: June 29 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: Chicago (Union Station), ILArrival time: June 30 atDestination city: NewarkDestination location: Penn StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: June 29 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: Chicago (Union Station), ILArrival time: June 30 atDestination city: NewarkDestination location: Penn StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 29 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: Chicago (Union Station), ILArrival time: June 30 atDestination city: NewarkDestination location: Penn StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 29 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: Chicago (Union Station), ILArrival time: June 30 atDestination city: NewarkDestination location: Penn StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to NewarkAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 20 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Chicago to Newark: Trip Overview
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Based on 5240 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $101
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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Newark was searched and found on Jul 3, 2025 with a price of $221To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Newark, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $221 to $2,011 for a train ticket from Chicago to Newark based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $221 which is on 2025-07-03.
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Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Chicago and Newark is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Newark.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Newark you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and Newark compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
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Did you know?
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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