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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

$119

tomorrow

$98

Sunday

Monday

$92

Tuesday

$89

Wednesday

$106

Thursday

$106

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	19h 25m	7:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:40 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$119	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 7:15:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/24/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 25m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$136	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $136 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
FlixBus	21h 30m	4:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:05 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$139	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 4:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/24/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 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	$139	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 12:25:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/24/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	6:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:05 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$148	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 6:00:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/24/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 20m	5:15 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 5:15:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 20m
FlixBus	21h 55m	7:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 7:00:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$114	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$114	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/26/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 55m	7:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:55 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/26/2026 7:00:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/27/2026 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m
FlixBus	21h 20m	5:15 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/26/2026 5:15:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/27/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 20m
FlixBus	17h 45m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/26/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/27/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/26/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/28/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/26/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/27/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 20m	5:15 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$89	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 5:15:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/28/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 20m
FlixBus	21h 30m	4:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:05 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 4:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/28/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 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	$96	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/28/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/28/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/29/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 30m	4:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:05 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 4:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/29/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/29/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	6:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:05 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$122	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 6:00:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/29/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
FlixBus	19h 25m	7:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:40 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$130	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 7:15:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/29/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	27h 0m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/29/2026 11:35:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/31/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	20h 5m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/29/2026 6:30:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
Greyhound US	27h 25m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	3:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 10/29/2026 11:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/31/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 25m
FlixBus	16h 25m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:50 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$120	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/29/2026 12:25:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 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	$121	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/29/2026 11:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Newark is $84 on 10/19/2026. 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.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from Chicago to Newark. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 16 daily coaches between Chicago and Newark.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 56 buses from Chicago to Newark, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Newark, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Newark

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 21 times every day by bus from Chicago to Newark in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Newark starting from $84!

Cheapest Bus	$84
Fastest Bus	17h 25m
Earliest Bus	5:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	21 Ø
Distance	702.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Newark

Every day, 21 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 10/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 10/18

Monday 10/19

Tuesday 10/20

Wednesday 10/21

Thursday 10/22

Friday 10/23

$119

Saturday 10/24

$98

Sunday 10/25

Monday 10/26

$92

Tuesday 10/27

$89

Wednesday 10/28

$106

Thursday 10/29

$106

Friday 10/30

$137

Saturday 10/31

$103

Sunday 11/01

$104

Monday 11/02

$100

Tuesday 11/03

Wednesday 11/04

$96

Thursday 11/05

$106

Friday 11/06

$104

Saturday 11/07

$105

Sunday 11/08

$94

Monday 11/09

$98

Tuesday 11/10

$93

Wednesday 11/11

$100

Thursday 11/12

$108

Friday 11/13

$116

Saturday 11/14

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 $89, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Newark. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $106.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Newark, with $89. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $100.

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.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Newark

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Newark from our users.

FlixBus from Chicago to Newark

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to Newark:

Cheapest Price	$89
Fastest Bus	17h 25m
Earliest Bus	5:15 AM
Last Bus	7:40 PM
Daily Connections	11 Ø
Found on	10/19/2026

Greyhound US from Chicago to Newark

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Newark:

Cheapest Price	$100
Fastest Bus	21h 5m
Earliest Bus	6:30 AM
Last Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Connections	10 Ø
Found on	10/19/2026

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Chicago to Newark? Compare all modes of transports from Chicago to Newark.

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 $84 and takes 22h 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 $84 and $181. 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 21 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 $139. 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 5:15 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Newark?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 21 daily trips between Chicago and Newark. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to Newark?

Prices and availability for 21 trips between Chicago and Newark change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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!