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Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI

Showing times and prices for 27 Apr

Cheapest price

£93

Average price

£106

Fastest journey

4 h 14 m

Average duration

5 h 53 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

326 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Amtrak448 Lake Shore Limited · 6049 AMTRAK
21:3010h10
Union Station, Chicago, IL
08:40Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI
£931One-way
1 change
Amtrak354 Wolverine
17:504h14
Union Station, Chicago, IL
23:04Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI
£1001One-way
0 changes
Amtrak352 Wolverine
14:154h16
Union Station, Chicago, IL
19:31Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI
£1001One-way
0 changes
Amtrak350 Wolverine
06:454h41
Union Station, Chicago, IL
12:26Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI
£1001One-way
0 changes
Amtrak48 Lake Shore Limited · 6049 AMTRAK
21:3010h10
Union Station, Chicago, IL
08:40Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI
£1061One-way
1 change

Live departures

Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday 26 April
Last updated at 18:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
amtrak352 Wolverine19:15 Union Station, Chicago, IL
4h16
23:31 Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI0 changesdirect
amtrak364 Blue Water · 354 Wolverine21:00 Union Station, Chicago, IL
6h04
03:04 Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI1 change
amtrak354 Wolverine22:50 Union Station, Chicago, IL
4h14
03:04 Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI0 changesdirect
Sunday 27 April
amtrak48 Lake Shore Limited · 6049 AMTRAK02:30 Union Station, Chicago, IL
10h10
12:40 Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI1 change
amtrak448 Lake Shore Limited · 6049 AMTRAK02:30 Union Station, Chicago, IL
10h10
12:40 Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI1 change
amtrak350 Wolverine11:45 Union Station, Chicago, IL
4h41
16:26 Ann Arbor Station, Ann Arbor, MI0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI?

The best time to book your train from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI

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Trains from Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £24 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Distance
326 km
Average train duration
4h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
2
Train providers
1
Fastest train
4h 14m
First train
12:45
Last train
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24

Train companies: Amtrak trains Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI

Amtrak trains will get you to Ann Arbor, MI from Chicago, IL from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveller’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to Ann Arbor, MI from Chicago, IL, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 14 min
  • Cheapest Price: £33
  • Amtrak frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Chicago, IL to Ann Arbor, MI train

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Important Stations and Airports in Chicago, IL and Ann Arbor, MI

Chicago
Ann Arbor
The major train station for departures in Chicago is Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Station for your trip from Chicago to Ann Arbor.
Union StationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • 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.
Dining
Dining
  • The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
  • Lou Mitchell's
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $1
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Kimpton Gray Hotel
  • JW Marriott Chicago
  • W Chicago - City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Public transport options for Union Station
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
The major train station for arrivals in Ann Arbor is Ann Arbor Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ann Arbor Station for your journey to Ann Arbor from Chicago.
Ann Arbor StationParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket Office
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available at the station.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • Free for passengers
Hotel
Hotel
  • Graduate Ann Arbor
  • Residence Inn by Marriott Ann Arbor Downtown
  • Bell Tower Hotel
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Public transport options for Ann Arbor Station
  • Bus: TheRide routes available
  • Taxi services available

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