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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Dowagiac to Traverse City. The train trip from Dowagiac to Traverse City is usually about 9 hours and 10 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 194 mi (312 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 10m |
Lowest price | $42.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Dowagiac to Traverse City?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Dowagiac to Traverse City. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 9h 10m | $45.50 |
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 Dowagiac to Traverse City every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $42.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Dowagiac and Traverse City is approximately 194 miles, or 312 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 10 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Dowagiac to Traverse City on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Dowagiac at 9:00am and arrives in Traverse City around 9 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Traverse City to Dowagiac.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Dowagiac?
Main departure station: 200 Depot Dr
There is one train station in Dowagiac.
All train stations in Dowagiac:
200 Depot Dr
Where is the train station in Traverse City?
Main arrival station: BATA Hall Street Transfer Station
Traverse City has one train station.
All train stations in Traverse City:
BATA Hall Street Transfer Station
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