What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor is to bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Ann Arbor?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Ann Arbor. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Ann Arbor?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Ann Arbor Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Ann Arbor is 244 miles. The road distance is 242.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs $130 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station takes 4h 41m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor bus from?

Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor train from?

Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs $130 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Ann Arbor station.

What is the time difference between Chicago Loop and Ann Arbor?

Ann Arbor is 1h ahead of Chicago Loop. It is currently 10:16 PM in Chicago Loop and 11:16 PM in Ann Arbor.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

Book your Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor?

Book your Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ann Arbor?

There are 129+ hotels available in Ann Arbor.

Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), car, plane, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
4h 41m
$130–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann Arborbus Greyhound US0160
5h 15m
$35–65
Drive 240.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Ann Arborcar 240.9 mi
4h 2m
$44–64
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
2. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
4h 45m
$142–485
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
2. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
5h 7m
$142–675
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take the train from Millennium Station to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
3. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
6h 16m
$74–436
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Capital Region International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)plane ORD - LAN
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
6h 24m
$50–283

Chicago Loop to Ann Arbor by train (Amtrak)

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.4 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Ann Arbor, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $130–210 and the journey takes 4h 41m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann Arbor 3 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 5h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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