The cheapest and fastest trains from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$197
Average price
$197
Fastest journey
8 h 6 m
Average duration
8 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL will cost around $197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $197.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alliance, OH for Chicago, IL on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 556 km distance in an average of 8 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 6 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 8 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €92, and a flight costs an average of €289.
Distance: 345 miles (556 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€122 Average price Cheapest | €289 Average price |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:39 AM Alliance, OH | 8h06 | 1:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL
Trains from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $115 (€92) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:39, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 345 miles (556 km) distance in 8h 6m.
Distance 345 miles (556 km) |
Average train duration 8h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $115 (€92) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 6m |
First train 01:39 |
Last train 18:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Alliance, OH and Chicago, IL from $115 (€92). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alliance, OH to Chicago, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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