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About Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor is a quirky city filled with interesting secrets for curious travelers. The first thing to do in Ann Arbor is to check out its crown jewel, the University of Michigan. Boasting as many as 30 libraries and more than 16 museums, the university will fulfill every culturally-inclined traveler’s desires with ease. Nature lovers who enjoy a breath of fresh air should consider hopping on the Huron River Water Trail, which offers plenty of opportunities for paddling. Also don’t miss out on a show at the famous Michigan Theater, which offers retro shows and live acts.

Travelers can enjoy an authentic Ann Arbor culinary experience at Kerrytown, a historic quarter in the city. Located there are the Ann Arbor Farmers Market, as well as Zingerman’s Deli, both of which are local favorites.

The Amtrak station at 325 Depot St serves as the city’s main hub for both bus and train travel. From the station you can catch a bus or train to various cities such as Detroit, Cleveland, Chicago, Pittsburgh, and beyond. Ann Arbor is served by Amtrak’s Wolverine line. The city’s main airport is the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport.

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325 Depot St - Amtrak Station - ARBAMT-0

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325 Depot St - Amtrak Station - ARBAMT-1

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The Ann Arbor Amtrak Station is located in the downtown area of Ann Arbor at 325 Depot St and handles most of the city’s rail transportation. The station is served by the Wolverine line, which runs from Pontiac to Chicago three times each day. Intercity bus service from Barons Bus Lines, Miller Transportation, and Greyhound also stop at the Depot St station. Metered parking is available on-site, and the station building includes public restrooms and a convenient taxi stand. Several restaurants are in the surrounding area, and if you have time to kill before your train, take a short walk to the scenic Broadway Park along Huron River.

Popular train stations in Ann Arbor:

  • 325 Depot St - Amtrak Station

What train companies travel to Ann Arbor, Michigan?

Located in Michigan, Ann Arbor is accessible by train from 11 other cities. You can choose from 30 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Ann Arbor on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Ann Arbor are also available.

Train companies serving Ann Arbor

TrainRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak19521h 18m$165.63
Amtrak Wolverine142h 18m$37.63

  • 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.

  • The Amtrak Wolverine provides rail service from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan. Each train features amenities such as a cafe car and onboard WiFi.

Which train carrier has the best service to Ann Arbor?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Ann Arbor by train with Amtrak Wolverine giving them a 4.2 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to Ann Arbor taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Ann Arbor punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Wolverine has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Ann Arbor, rating them a 4 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

$8.00 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Ann Arbor, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Ann Arbor. In the last month, trains from Detroit to Ann Arbor had the lowest average price at $8.00. The train from Dearborn to Ann Arbor also tends to start at relatively low prices.

The main train station in Ann Arbor is 325 Depot St - Amtrak Station. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Ann Arbor.

Among train travelers Ann Arbor is the second most popular destination in the region. It also ranks number 82 in United States. Ann Arbor ranks number 3 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Ann Arbor via train service. On average 24 direct daily train trips serve Ann Arbor.
The population of Ann Arbor is 117070. Ann Arbor ranks number 4 in terms of population in Michigan and number 137 in all of United States.
Train tickets to Ann Arbor range from $8 for a short trip to Ann Arbor, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Ann Arbor starts at , and a longer trip by train to Ann Arbor can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $37.
People who take the train to Ann Arbor are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Ann Arbor easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Ann Arbor is 325 Depot St - Amtrak Station, located just 0.5 miles away. Select 325 Depot St - Amtrak Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Ann Arbor. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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