Bus Chicago to Newark - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Newark

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Newark from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$95

tomorrow

$87

Monday

$82

Tuesday

$81

Wednesday

$77

Thursday

$87

Friday

$80

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/25/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
FlixBus	21h 30m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/25/2026 5:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	16h 25m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/25/2026 12:25:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
Greyhound US	27h 20m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/25/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m
Greyhound US	20h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/25/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	16h 25m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$87	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 12:25:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
FlixBus	21h 30m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 5:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Greyhound US	20h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Greyhound US	27h 20m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
FlixBus	21h 30m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$83	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Greyhound US	27h 20m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m
Greyhound US	20h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
FlixBus	20h 50m	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:55 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:05:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 30m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 5:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
FlixBus	20h 50m	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:55 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$83	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 5:05:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m
Greyhound US	20h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$83	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Greyhound US	27h 20m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$85	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	27h 20m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$77	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m
FlixBus	21h 20m	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$78	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 11:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 20m
Greyhound US	20h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$78	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Greyhound US	19h 55m	6:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:55 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$84	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:00:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 55m
FlixBus	21h 30m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	16h 25m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$87	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 12:25:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$89	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	20h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$90	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
FlixBus	21h 30m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Greyhound US	27h 20m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	20h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Greyhound US	19h 55m	7:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 7:00:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 55m
FlixBus	21h 30m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 5:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
FlixBus	21h 10m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 5:45:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Newark is $76 on 7/28/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Newark

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Newark are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 30 daily buses from Chicago to Newark. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Chicago and Newark.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 66 buses from Chicago to Newark, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Newark, with 13 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Newark

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 22 times every day by bus from Chicago to Newark in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Newark starting from $76!

Cheapest Bus	$76
Fastest Bus	17h 25m
Earliest Bus	5:25 AM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	22 Ø
Distance	702.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Newark

Every day, 22 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Newark: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$82

Sunday 07/26

$87

Monday 07/27

$102

Tuesday 07/28

$76

Wednesday 07/29

$77

Thursday 07/30

$87

Friday 07/31

$80

Saturday 08/01

$93

Sunday 08/02

$94

Monday 08/03

$104

Tuesday 08/04

$85

Wednesday 08/05

$84

Thursday 08/06

$88

Friday 08/07

$98

Saturday 08/08

$91

Sunday 08/09

$102

Monday 08/10

$90

Tuesday 08/11

$90

Wednesday 08/12

$88

Thursday 08/13

$85

Friday 08/14

$88

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Newark

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Newark, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $76, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Newark. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $87.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Newark, with $76. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $83.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Newark

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Newark in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Newark, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Newark are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Newark

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Newark.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Penn Station

Raymond Plaza W 1

Broad St Across From Njt

Raymond Plaza East

Raymond Plaza East, between Ferry St. and Edison Pl

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Newark

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Newark? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Newark? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Newark bus

How much does a Chicago Newark bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $76 and takes 28h 20m to reach Newark. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Newark?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $76 and $171. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Newark.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Newark each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Newark bus route is served by approximately 22 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Newark take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Newark is offered by FlixBus and takes 17h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $95. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Newark?

The earliest bus arriving in Newark from Chicago starts at 5:25 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Newark?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Newark starts at 11:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Newark route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Newark, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Newark?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Newark by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Newark bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Newark bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Newark bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Newark on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Newark

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Newark

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Newark. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!