What is the cheapest way to get from Illinois to Ann Arbor?

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Ann Arbor is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Illinois to Ann Arbor?

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Ann Arbor is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Ann Arbor?

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

Is there a direct train between Illinois 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 14m.

How far is it from Illinois to Ann Arbor?

The distance between Illinois and Ann Arbor is 244 miles. The road distance is 241.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Illinois to Ann Arbor without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $75 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Illinois to Ann Arbor?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station takes 4h 14m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Ann Arbor bus from?

Illinois to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Ann Arbor train from?

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

Train or bus from Illinois to Ann Arbor?

The best way to get from Illinois to Ann Arbor is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $75 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $120 and takes 5h.

Where does the Illinois to Ann Arbor bus arrive?

Illinois to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Ann Arbor station.

What is the time difference between Illinois and Ann Arbor?

Ann Arbor is 1h ahead of Illinois. It is currently 9:33 AM in Illinois and 10:33 AM in Ann Arbor.

Where does the Illinois to Ann Arbor train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Illinois to Ann Arbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Ann Arbor is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Illinois to Ann Arbor.

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

Book your Illinois to Ann Arbor train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Ann Arbor?

There are 118+ hotels available in Ann Arbor.

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There are 7 ways to get from Illinois 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 14m
$75–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann Arborbus Greyhound US0160
5h
$35–120
Drive 240.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Ann Arborcar 240.3 mi
4h 1m
$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 DTW McNamara Terminal to Blake Transit Centerbus
4h 19m
$140–480
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 DTW McNamara Terminal to Blake Transit Centerbus
4h 50m
$160–670
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 Marriott to Blake Transit Centerbus
6h 22m
$80–483
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
3. Take the bus from DTW McNamara Terminal to Blake Transit Centerbus
5h 47m
$637–1,090

Illinois to Ann Arbor by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 242.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Illinois, 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 $75–160 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann Arbor 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 5h. Three other operators also service this route.

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