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How to get to Toledo by train
| Routes | 57 |
| Trips per day | 192 |
| train lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Toledo
Once an industrial powerhouse, Toledo houses many important cultural institutions in the state of Ohio. The city's premier tourist attraction is the Toledo Museum of Art, which houses important works by world-renowned artists such as Vincent Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso. The museum also has separate sections dedicated to Japanese arts and African arts. Close to the museum itself is The Old West End, a historic quarter with many old buildings and ancient trees more than 100 years old. To get familiar with the local flora, head to the Toledo Botanical Garden to view its collection of herbs and local plants.
Toledo is famous for its many budget restaurants, which offer great foods at affordable price points. Some notable local establishments include Rudy's Hot Dogs and Gino's Pizza. If you can afford to splurge a bit, check out Fowl and Fodder, which uses local ingredients for its incredible dishes.
Bus and train service make it easy to travel to Toledo, and you can catch a flight at the Toledo Express Airport, just 14.2 miles away from the city center.
Station Information
Image credit: Don Johnson 395
Link to image attributionThe majority of Toledo’s ground travel operates from MLK Plaza at 415 Emerald Ave. The station was named in honor of the late Martin Luther King Jr and opened in 1950. The station offers today’s travelers many amenities, including customer service staff, restrooms, and a Subway on-site. The station serves Amtrak’s Capitol Limited line from Chicago to Washington, D.C., as well as the Lake Shore Limited line from Chicago to New York City. Intercity bus service on Jefferson Lines and Barons Bus Lines also runs through MLK Plaza.
Popular train stations in Toledo:
MLK Plaza - 415 Emerald Ave
What train companies travel to Toledo, Ohio?
Located in Ohio, Toledo is accessible by train from 57 other cities. You can choose from 192 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Toledo on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Toledo are also available.
Train companies serving Toledo
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 182 | 1d 14h 0m | $192.62 |
| Amtrak Lake Shore Limited | 18 | 8h 3m | $71.71 |
| Amtrak Capitol Limited | 13 | 5h 5m | $64.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Amtrak Lake Shore Limited is an overnight train that runs along some of the best shorelines in the U.S., connecting New York City and Boston with Chicago. The service provides top-tier amenities to its passengers, including free WiFi and dining onboard.
Passing through seven states, 16 cities, and various National Parks, Amtrak Capitol Limited connects Washington D.C. and Chicago, on 750 miles of railroad. Taking over 17 hours for a complete trip, these trains offer various overnight accommodations and feature panoramic observation cars where passengers can enjoy exceptional scenery. The trains include various options for food; however, WiFi connectivity is not available onboard due to the rural nature of the route.
Which train carrier has the best service to Toledo?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Toledo by train with Amtrak giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to Toledo taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.4 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Toledo punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Lake Shore Limited has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Toledo, rating them a 4.6 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Toledo is MLK Plaza - 415 Emerald Ave. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Toledo.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver | 2d 16h 25m | $418.43 |
| Los Angeles | 2d 21h 26m | $273.26 |
| Kalamazoo | 13h 14m | $102.12 |
| San Diego | 2d 20h 52m | $340.04 |
| Richmond | 22h 18m | $187.63 |
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