The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 7 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Akron, OH on Wed, Jun 17, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 518 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 7 h 8 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.
48 Lake Shore Limited9:30 PM6h28Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL4:58 AMElyria Station, Elyria, OH$1101One-way0 transfers
48 Lake Shore Limited9:30 PM7h08Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL5:38 AMCleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH$1181One-way0 transfers
41 Floridian6:40 PM5h35Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL1:15 AMElyria Station, Elyria, OH$1311One-way0 transfers
448 Lake Shore Limited9:30 PM6h28Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL4:58 AMElyria Station, Elyria, OH$1311One-way0 transfers
448 Lake Shore Limited9:30 PM7h08Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL5:38 AMCleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH$1391One-way0 transfers
41 Floridian6:40 PM5h35Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL1:15 AMElyria Station, Elyria, OH$1311One-way0 transfers
41 Floridian6:40 PM6h05Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL1:45 AMCleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH$1391One-way0 transfers
448 Lake Shore Limited9:30 PM6h28Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL4:58 AMElyria Station, Elyria, OH$1311One-way0 transfers
48 Lake Shore Limited9:30 PM6h28Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL4:58 AMElyria Station, Elyria, OH$1101One-way0 transfers
448 Lake Shore Limited9:30 PM7h08Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL5:38 AMCleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH$1391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Chicago, IL to Akron, OH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $229.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $373 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH costing on average $97 (€79).
A bus is $295 (€239) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH costing on average $373 (€302).
Other travel options to Akron, OH take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Bus takes on average 10h 15m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Akron, OH train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Akron, OH trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
41 Floridian | 6:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 5h35 | 1:15 AM Elyria Station, Elyria, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
41 Floridian | 6:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 7h25 | 3:05 AM Alliance Station, Alliance, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
41 Floridian | 6:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 6h05 | 1:45 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 9:30 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 6h28 | 4:58 AM Elyria Station, Elyria, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 9:30 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 7h08 | 5:38 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 9:30 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 6h28 | 4:58 AM Elyria Station, Elyria, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 9:30 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 7h08 | 5:38 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH
Trains from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:39, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 1:39 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Akron, OH from $44 (€36). 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 Chicago, IL to Akron, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Akron, OH
- 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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