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Trip Overview

The average bus between Newark and Chicago takes 26h 38m and the fastest bus takes 21h. The bus service runs several times per day from Newark to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

26h 38m
Duration
808 mi
Distance
$148
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Bus

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  1. Take the bus from Newark to Washington Union Stationbus bus FlixBus N2601 / ...
  2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0164
20h 5m
$126–245

Newark to Chicago bus times

Buses run twice daily between Newark and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 3:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Chicago at 8:05 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 26h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 807.9 mi
  • Duration: 26h 38m

What companies run services between Newark, DE, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Newark to Chicago Bus Station via Washington Union Station in around 20h 5m.

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