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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Elyria, OH | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Elyria, OH | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Elyria, OH | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Elyria, OH | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Elyria
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Elyria. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 71,909, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5818 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 71,909
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Elyria by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Elyria?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Elyria start from ARS 71,909. The average price for this train route is around ARS 178,622. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Elyria?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Elyria is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 288 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Elyria route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Elyria?
The earliest train from Chicago to Elyria departs at 18:40. And the latest train departs at 21:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Elyria was searched and found on 10 Jun 2026 with a price of ARS 98,686To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Elyria as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 98,686 to ARS 782,124 for a train ticket from Chicago to Elyria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 98,686, which is on 2026-06-10.
