Trains tickets from Sandusky to Chicago

Discover your next train travel journey from Sandusky to Chicago and book online with ease

Join 75M+ travellers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every stage.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.
Today25 Jun
Tomorrow26 Jun
from US$129
Fri27 Jun
from US$129
Sat28 Jun
from US$129
Sun29 Jun
from US$108
Mon30 Jun
from US$108
Tue1 Jul
from US$108
Wed2 Jul
from US$108

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Sandusky
    Departure location: Sandusky Station
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Sandusky
    Departure location: Sandusky Station
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Sandusky
    Departure location: Sandusky Station
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Sandusky
    Departure location: Sandusky Station
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 June at
    Departure city: Sandusky
    Departure location: Sandusky Station
    Arrival time: 26 June at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sandusky to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$42 - US$107Average duration9h 30m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$38 - US$129Average duration5h 59m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Sandusky to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
5h 59mAverage duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Train Sandusky to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$89
Average train trip duration5h 59m
Number of daily trains1.950819672131147
Earliest train departure04:02
Distance256 miles
Latest train departure05:13

Sandusky to Chicago Train

Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can plan and book a trip by train easily from Sandusky to Chicago.

We make sure you can find a train service from Sandusky to Chicago from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Chicago from Sandusky, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sandusky - Chicago

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Sandusky to Chicago cost?

    The average train ticket price from Sandusky to Chicago is US$89. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Sandusky to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Sandusky to Chicago?

    A train trip between Sandusky and Chicago is around 5h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 257 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Sandusky and Chicago?

    The number of trains from Sandusky to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1.950819672131147. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Sandusky to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Sandusky to Chicago?

    When taking the train from Sandusky to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/06
US$103
24/06
US$123
Today
US$123
26/06
US$123
27/06
US$123
28/06
US$123
29/06
US$103
30/06
US$103
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sandusky to Chicago was searched and found on 23 Jun 2025 with a price of US$103

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sandusky to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$103 to US$689 for a train ticket from Sandusky to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$103, which is on 2025-06-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Sandusky and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Chicago you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Sandusky and Chicago, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Sandusky to Chicago and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Will you be returning to Sandusky by train?

Train from Chicago to Sandusky

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travellers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Trains Connecting Sandusky

Trains Leaving from Sandusky

Popular Trains Connecting Chicago

Trains Going to Chicago