The cheapest and fastest trains from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$351
Average price
$866
Fastest journey
19 h 32 m
Average duration
20 h 56 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
1140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL will cost around $866 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $351.
Of the 18 trains that leave Jersey City, NJ for Chicago, IL on Sun, Apr 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct trains cover the 1140 km distance in an average of 20 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 32 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest trains will take 21 h 50 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 Limited3:40 PM19h32Penn Station, New York, NY10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$3511One-way0 transfers
154 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited1:28 PM21h44Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4261One-way1 transfer
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian11:09 AM22h36Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ8:45 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4291One-way1 transfer
154 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited1:22 PM21h50Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4331One-way1 transfer
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian10:52 AM22h53Penn Station, New York, NY8:45 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4401One-way1 transfer
49 Lake Shore Limited3:40 PM19h32Penn Station, New York, NY10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$3511One-way0 transfers
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited2:29 PM20h43Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4691One-way1 transfer
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited2:23 PM20h49Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4781One-way1 transfer
154 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited1:28 PM21h44Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4261One-way1 transfer
154 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited1:22 PM21h50Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$4331One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $54, and a train costs an average of $158.
Distance: 708 miles (1140 km)
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$230 Average price | $140 Average price Cheapest | $203 Average price |
20h 55m Average total duration 20h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 14m Average total duration 20h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL trains for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:09 PM Jersey City, NJ | 22h36 | 2:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Jersey City, NJ | 19h32 | 4:12 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL
Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL run on average 11 times per day, taking around 20h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $158 (€128) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 708 miles (1140 km) distance in 19h 32m.
Distance 708 miles (1140 km) |
Average train duration 20h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $158 (€128) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 19h 32m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, PATH from Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak, PATH trains will get you between Jersey City, NJ and Chicago, IL from $54 (€44). 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 Jersey City, NJ to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jersey City, NJ to 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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