What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University is to bus which costs $40 - $80 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor and arriving at Jackson & Wabash via Jackson & Clinton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Foster via Adams/Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Northwestern University is 260 miles. The road distance is 255.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University without a car?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs $80 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Northwestern University bus from?

Ann Arbor to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ann Arbor station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Northwestern University train from?

Ann Arbor to Northwestern University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs $80 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Northwestern University bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Northwestern University?

Northwestern University is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 1:03 PM in Ann Arbor and 12:03 PM in Northwestern University.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Northwestern University train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Northwestern University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Northwestern University is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University.

Where can I stay near Northwestern University?

There are 1328+ hotels available in Northwestern University.

Ann Arbor to Northwestern University - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Northwestern University by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, plane, subway, bus (Amtrak), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
5h 44m
$83–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
6h 32m
$42–78
Drive 253.6 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Northwestern Universitycar 253.6 mi
4h 24m
$47–67
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, subway
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Fostersubway
4h 49m
$141–487
Bus via Paulina & Howard Terminal (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 34m
$86–120
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
4h 29m
$59–328
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
5h 17m
$143–677
Bus to Detroit, fly to South Bend, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
3. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Van Buren St.train
7h 8m
$92–537

Ann Arbor to Northwestern University by train, bus, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 258.1 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Northwestern University, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 5h. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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