OH → IL · about 290 miles
Elyria to Chicago train schedule
Amtrak runs 21 direct trains a week from Elyria to Chicago. The fastest takes 6 hours 16 minutes; the first train leaves at 3:29 AM and the last at 4:36 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 6h 16m
- First train
- 3:29 AM
- Last train
- 4:36 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Elyria Amtrak and arrives at Chicago Union Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:29 AM | 8:45 AM | 6h 16m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:29 AM | 9:45 AM | 7h 16m | Mon from Nov 2 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:36 AM | 10:12 AM | 6h 36m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:36 AM | 11:12 AM | 7h 36m | Mon | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Elyria Where you get off in Chicago The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Elyria
- Elyria Amtrak Map of Elyria Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Chicago
Return trip: Chicago to Elyria
Questions
How long is the train from Elyria to Chicago?
The fastest direct train takes 6 hours 16 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 36 minutes.
What time is the first train from Elyria to Chicago?
The earliest departure is at 3:29 AM (Tue–Sun) and the last at 4:36 AM (Mon).
Which rail companies go from Elyria to Chicago?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Elyria?
Trains to Chicago leave from Elyria Amtrak.