The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 3 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Toledo, OH on Fri, Feb 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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 Limited
41 Floridian
448 Lake Shore Limited
41 Floridian
48 Lake Shore Limited
448 Lake Shore LimitedTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
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$60 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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![]() | 12:40 AM Chicago, IL | 3h59 | 4:39 AM Toledo, OH | 0 transfersDirect | ||
![]() | 3:30 AM Chicago, IL | 4h41 | 8:11 AM Toledo, OH | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH
Trains from Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Toledo, OH trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Toledo, OH from $28 (€22). 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 Toledo, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Toledo, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is known as Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza and serves as the main passenger rail and intercity bus station of Toledo.
- Bus: TARTA bus services available
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