IL → OH · about 290 miles
Chicago to Elyria train schedule
Amtrak runs 21 direct trains a week from Chicago to Elyria. The fastest takes 5 hours 35 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:35 PM and the last at 9:30 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 5h 35m
- First train
- 5:35 PM
- Last train
- 9:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station and arrives at Elyria Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:35 PM New | 12:10 AM +1 day | 5h 35m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:40 PM | 1:15 AM +1 day | 5h 35m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:30 PM New | 3:58 AM +1 day | 6h 28m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:30 PM | 4:58 AM +1 day | 6h 28m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Elyria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Elyria
- Elyria Amtrak Map of Elyria Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Elyria to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Elyria?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 35 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 28 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Elyria?
The earliest departure is at 5:35 PM (Sun) and the last at 9:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Elyria?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Elyria leave from Chicago Union Station.