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Trip Summary
There are 4 daily trains from New Buffalo to Jackson. Traveling by train from New Buffalo to Jackson usually takes around 2 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Wolverine train can make the trip in 2 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 124 mi (200 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 22m |
| Lowest price | US$77.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Which train should you take from New Buffalo to Jackson?
2 train services operate from New Buffalo to Jackson. 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 | 1 | 4h 16m | US$85.00 |
| Amtrak Wolverine | 3 | 2h 30m | US$82.67 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from New Buffalo to Jackson every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from US$85.
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 New Buffalo to Jackson on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as US$77.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between New Buffalo and Jackson is approximately 124 miles, or 200 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 56 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 22 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from New Buffalo to Jackson. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs New Buffalo at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Jackson. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Jackson to New Buffalo.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in New Buffalo?
Main departure station: 226 N Whittaker St
There is one train station in New Buffalo.
All train stations in New Buffalo:
226 N Whittaker St
Where is the train station in Jackson?
Main arrival station: 501 E Michigan Ave
Jackson has one train station.
Train stations in Jackson:
501 E Michigan Ave
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