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Duration 22h 22m
Distance 793.1 miles
Average price $190
Frequency Daily

Trip overview

The average train between Chicago and New York takes 22h 22m and the fastest train takes 20h 12m. There is at least one train per day from Chicago to New York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

  1. Chicago Union Station
  2. New York
20h 12m
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$85 - $280

Chicago to New York train times

Trains run once daily between Chicago and New York. The earliest departure is at 17:55 in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chicago is at 21:30 which arrives into New York at 18:42. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 22h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20h 12m.

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The distance between Chicago and New York is 747 miles. The road distance is 793.1 miles.

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Chicago to New York train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

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Chicago to New York train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

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What companies run services between Chicago and New York?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station once daily. Tickets cost $85 - $280 and the journey takes 20h 12m.
Train operators
Amtrak
Ave. Duration
20h 12m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$85 - $280

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

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Contact Details
Phone
+1 800-872-7245
Website
amtrak.com
Train from Chicago Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
Ave. Duration
20h 12m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$85 - $280
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Coach Seat - Advance Purchase
$85 - $240
Coach Seat short notice purchase
$120 - $280
Business - advance purchase
$160 - $700
Business Class
$250 - $650

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