Jackson to Pontiac Train

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Jackson - Pontiac Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are 3 daily trains from Jackson to Pontiac. Traveling by train from Jackson to Pontiac usually takes around 2 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Wolverine train can make the trip in 2 hours and 20 minutes.

	Distance	63 mi (101 km)
	Fastest train	2h 20m
	Lowest price	$27.34
	Trains per day	3
	Most frequent service	Amtrak Wolverine
	Train lines	2

What is the price of a train ticket from Jackson to Pontiac?

The average price for a train ticket from Jackson to Pontiac is $27.34, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 17 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $31.08 more.

Monthly average prices

You can find the lowest prices on this route during April. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Jackson to Pontiac, with the average price at just $37. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in March, when the average price goes up to $46. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Jackson to Pontiac?

2 train services operate from Jackson to Pontiac. Amtrak Wolverine usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	2h 30m	$91.60
Amtrak Wolverine	3	2h 31m	$46.66

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. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Jackson to Pontiac every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $92.
The Amtrak Wolverine provides rail service from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan, and offers 3 trips per day. Each train features amenities such as a cafe car and onboard WiFi. The average ticket price from Jackson to Pontiac on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as $27.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are some trains that travel the entire distance from Jackson to Pontiac. However, in some cases you will have to take a bus for part of your journey in addition to taking the train.

The distance between Jackson and Pontiac is approximately 63 miles, or 101 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 31 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 20 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Jackson to Pontiac are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Jackson at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Jackson to Pontiac.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Pontiac to Jackson.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Jackson?

Main departure station: 501 E Michigan Ave

There is one train station in Jackson.

All train stations in Jackson:

501 E Michigan Ave

Where is the train station in Pontiac?

Main arrival station: Transp Ctr - 51000 Woodward Ave

Pontiac has one train station.

Train stations in Pontiac:

Transp Ctr - 51000 Woodward Ave

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