Chicago to Bridgeport by train
Bridgeport lies 1,205 km (749 mi) east of Chicago, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 16 h 18 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,470 km (913 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Chicago | Bridgeport | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 147,629 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | LaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium Station | Bridgeport station |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 06601–06699 |
Clocks in Bridgeport are 1 h ahead of Chicago right now, so a 16 h 18 min journey lands 17 h 18 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Bridgeport from Chicago?
1,205 km (749 mi) in a straight line, east of Chicago; by road roughly 1,470 km (913 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Bridgeport by train?
About 16 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Bridgeport?
Bridgeport is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/New_York against America/Chicago).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.