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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Summit takes 22h 35m and the fastest train takes 21h 6m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chicago to Summit. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

22h 35m
Duration
979 mi
Distance
$629
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Summit train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chicago and Summit. The service departs Chicago at 9:30 PM at night, which arrives into Summit at 19:36:00. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 22h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit21h 6m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit21h 6m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit25h 17m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit21h 6m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit25h 17m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit21h 38m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Summit? 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.

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  • Distance: 979.1 mi
  • Duration: 22h 35m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Summit, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station once daily. Tickets cost $500–850 and the journey takes 20h 12m.

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