The cheapest and fastest trains from Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
€134
Average price
€135
Fastest journey
6 h 46 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
496 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €134.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cleveland, OH for Chicago, IL on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 496 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 9 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, bus, and flight for Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €155.
Distance: 496 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€98 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €297 Average price |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
40 Floridian | 7:59 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 6h46 | 2:45 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 9:03 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 7h09 | 4:12 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL
Distance 496 km |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 02:59 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Cleveland, OH and Chicago, IL from €37. 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 Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cleveland, OH to Chicago, IL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with an enclosed waiting area and ticket office.
- Bus: Several lines available
- RTA Rapid Transit: Waterfront Line
- 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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