Chicago to New York night train
Everything you need to plan the Chicago–New York sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.
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Cabins & typical prices
Arriving in New York: top-rated tours
Booked on Civitatis.
Why take this train
Splits at Albany-Rensselaer into separate New York and Boston sections- A sinkhole discovered near East Greenbush, NY in May 2025 forced months of bus-bridging east of Albany; normal rail service resumed 1 December 2025
- Viewliner cars give every Roomette its own private en-suite toilet and sink
- Follows the Hudson River for scenic stretches south of Albany
- Connects Chicago with New York without flying, via Cleveland, Buffalo and Albany
Rail passes & reservations
No Eurail/Interrail equivalent; a USA Rail Pass (Amtrak, coach only) covers the seat but not sleeper accommodation.
Before you use train or station Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi on a train or in a station is a network shared with other passengers. A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server, one extra layer when you check email or log in to accounts on the road. NordVPN is one option.
See NordVPNFrequently asked questions
How long does the Chicago to New York night train take?
The journey takes about 19h 50m.
How much does the Chicago–New York sleeper cost?
Fares start from around €70 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.
Is the Chicago to New York train covered by Eurail or Interrail?
No — this operator does not accept Eurail or Interrail; buy a ticket directly.
What cabin types are available?
You can choose between seat, sleeper cabin and private cabin. A berth reservation is required.
Emeryville 
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