The cheapest and fastest trains from Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sandusky, OH for Chicago, IL every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 413 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 59 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, coach and flight for Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £36.
Distance: 413 km
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£70 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:02 Sandusky, OH | 5h43 | 13:45 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:13 Sandusky, OH | 5h59 | 15:12 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL
Trains from Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 04:02 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Sandusky, OH and Chicago, IL from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sandusky, OH to Chicago, IL train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sandusky, 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
Important Stations and Airports in Sandusky, OH and Chicago, IL
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free
- Free
- The station consists of an uncovered platform with a shelter.
- Bus: Local 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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