Chicago to Newport News by train
Newport News lies 1,104 km (686 mi) south-east of Chicago, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 56 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,347 km (837 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Chicago | Newport News | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 186,247 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | LaSalle Street Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, Millennium Station | Newport News station, Lee Hall Depot |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 23601–23628 |
Clocks in Newport News are 1 h ahead of Chicago right now, so a 14 h 56 min journey lands 15 h 56 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Newport News from Chicago?
1,104 km (686 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Chicago; by road roughly 1,347 km (837 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Newport News by train?
About 14 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Newport News?
Newport News is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/New_York against America/Chicago).
Where these facts come from
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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.