The cheapest and fastest trains from Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 2 trains that leave Toledo, OH for Chicago, IL on Mon, Dec 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. 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 €27, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€70 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. 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, OH | 4h23 | 1:45 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:33 AM Toledo, OH | 4h39 | 3:12 PM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL
Trains from Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) 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 4h 23m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Toledo, OH and Chicago, IL from $34 (€27). 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, OH to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toledo, 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 Toledo, OH to 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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