The cheapest and fastest trains from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 3 trains that leave Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL on Wed, May 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 341 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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.
40 Floridian5:22 AM4h23Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH8:45 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$991One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited6:33 AM4h39Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$1201One-way0 transfers
49 Lake Shore Limited6:33 AM4h39Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$1201One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian5:22 AM4h23Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH8:45 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$991One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited6:33 AM4h39Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$1201One-way0 transfers
49 Lake Shore Limited6:33 AM4h39Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH10:12 AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL$1201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 211 miles (341 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$81 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL costing on average $81 (€65).
Other travel options to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 28m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€65) compared to roughly $81 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.64 (€-0.51). The journey takes 4h 36m versus 3h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:22 AM Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH | 4h23 | 1:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH | 4h23 | 2:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:33 AM Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH | 4h39 | 3:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH | 4h39 | 4:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:07 PM Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH | 4h23 | 5:30 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect |
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Overview: Train from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Trains from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€33) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:22, the last at 13:07. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (341 km) distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 211 miles (341 km) |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€33) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 9:22 AM |
Last train 1:07 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH and Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL from $25 (€20). 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 Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, 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 Union Station, Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Toledo Amtrak Station, Toledo, OH to Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
- 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
- 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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