Question 1

Are there direct buses from Chicago to Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

Of the 12 daily routes between Chicago and Ann Arbor, Michigan, 6 are direct buses that do not require a transfer or have out-of-the-way stops. Megabus and Greyhound both have direct service between the two cities, which will get you to Ann Arbor in as fast as 4 hours and 20 minutes.

Question 2

What is the best way to travel from Chicago to Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

Traveling by bus is likely the best way to get from Chicago to Ann Arbor. There are 12 buses that cover this route per day, versus only 4 train lines, meaning you have more options to fit to your schedule.
Bus tickets are also cheaper, costing about $23 on average, whereas train tickets are closer to $40. Amtrak has a slight advantage when it comes to travel time — the fastest train between Chicago and Ann Arbor gets there about 15 minutes quicker than the fastest bus — but in most other ways, bus comes out on top.
Flights are also an option, with nonstop flights taking about an hour and 15 minutes. That said, the tickets are expensive, and start at north of $150.

Question 3

Is Chicago to Ann Arbor a good day-trip?

Accepted Answer

Since the shortest bus duration is 4 hours, a day-trip from Chicago to Ann Arbor is not ideal. Even with the first bus departing at 6:00 a.m., it would not give you enough time to really explore Ann Arbor. With the last bus departing at 8:00 p.m. it’s theoretically possible, but you’d be in store for a very tiring day. If you’re interested in visiting Ann Arbor, you’re better off making it a weekend trip.

Question 4

Other ways to get from Boston to NYC

Accepted Answer

There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Boston to New York.

Question 5

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Accepted Answer

Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Question 6

What bus companies travel from Chicago to Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 bus lines from Chicago to Ann Arbor available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 9 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Question 7

How much is a bus ticket from Chicago to Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

€21.18 is the average price of a bus ticket from Chicago to Ann Arbor. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Question 8

How many buses are there each day?

Accepted Answer

There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from Chicago to Ann Arbor every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Chicago to Ann Arbor; ticket prices start at €32.04.

Question 9

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 324 kilometers from Chicago to Ann Arbor. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Question 10

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The first bus leaves at 02:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Chicago to Ann Arbor, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 11

Get around town with Moovit

Accepted Answer

Download Moovit to see all of your local transit options in Ann Arbor. Download here

Question 12

Where does the bus arrive in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

All buses from Chicago arrive at one main station in Ann Arbor.

Question 13

Where does the bus leave from in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Buses to Ann Arbor leave from 3 stations in Chicago.

Question 14

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 23 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €33.49 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 15

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Chicago to Ann Arbor is expected to range from  to . If you are looking to travel to Ann Arbor within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from . The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are  and can be found on .

Question 16

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in . That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Chicago to Ann Arbor in , expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Question 17

Need a return trip from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.