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Trip Overview

The average train between Elgin and Newark takes 23h 25m and the fastest train takes 22h 7m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Elgin to Newark. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

23h 25m
Duration
1,003 mi
Distance
$846
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Elgin to Newark train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Elgin and Newark. The earliest departure is at 6:28 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Elgin is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Newark at 7:17 PM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 23h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    MetraAmtrakAmtrak Acela24h 5m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrakAmtrak23h 49m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrakAmtrak22h 7m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrakAmtrak Acela22h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrakAmtrak Acela24h 5m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrakAmtrak Acela24h 5m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Newark? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Elgin to Newark.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,002.9 mi
  • Duration: 23h 25m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Newark, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Elgin to Newark Penn Station via Chicago Union Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 22h 59m.

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