The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
€130
Average price
€208
Fastest journey
19 h 32 m
Average duration
22 h 6 m
Trains per day
8
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Chicago, IL will cost around €208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €130.
Of the 8 trains that leave New York, NY for Chicago, IL on Fri, Jan 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 09 the direct trains cover the 1146 km distance in an average of 22 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 32 m .
On Fri, Jan 09 the slowest trains will take 23 h 10 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 Limited
51 Cardinal
89 Palmetto · 51 Cardinal
119 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
49 Lake Shore Limited
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
119 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian
95 Northeast Regional · 40 FloridianTravel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. 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 bus costs an average of €92, and a train costs an average of €146.
Distance: 1146 km
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€271 Average price | €176 Average price | €153 Average price Cheapest |
21h 37m Average total duration 21h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 41m Average total duration 21h 11m 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
New York, NY to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Chicago, IL trains for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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95 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 3:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 23h10 | 2:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 22h53 | 2:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 24h20 | 4:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 2 transfers | |
119 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 4:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 22h43 | 2:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 4:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 22h10 | 2:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 1 transfer | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 8:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 19h32 | 4:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 4 times per day, taking around 21h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €146 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 21h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €146 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19h 32m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela 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: Trains from New York, NY to Chicago, IL
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
Popular train stations from New York, NY to 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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