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Pros: Getting away from homes. Cons: Being on time food in the cafe is to high. Tips: Enjoy yourself.
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There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Kalamazoo to New Buffalo. Traveling by train from Kalamazoo to New Buffalo usually takes 56 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Wolverine train can make the trip in 51 minutes.
Distance | 69 mi (110 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 51m |
Lowest price | $14.00 |
Trains per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Kalamazoo to New Buffalo
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4.0
Pros: Getting away from homes. Cons: Being on time food in the cafe is to high. Tips: Enjoy yourself.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Kalamazoo to New Buffalo was $14.00. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 19 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $2.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
2 train services operate from Kalamazoo to New Buffalo. Amtrak Wolverine usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Blue Water | 1 | 0h 56m | $31.75 |
Amtrak Wolverine | 2 | 0h 57m | $32.17 |
The Blue Water is a higher-speed Amtrak train line that travels 319 miles between Chicago, IL and Port Huron, MI. Both Coach and Business Class tickets are available to purchase on the Blue Water, but if you’re looking to save, make sure to book early and you could find tickets for as low as $14. Blue Water trains include amenities like free WiFi, cafe service, and power outlets at every seat.
The Amtrak Wolverine provides rail service from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan, and offers 2 trips per day. Each train features amenities such as a cafe car and onboard WiFi. The average ticket price from Kalamazoo to New Buffalo on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as $14.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Kalamazoo to New Buffalo on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Kalamazoo at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 Kalamazoo to New Buffalo.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New Buffalo to Kalamazoo.
Image credit: Michigan Municipal League
Link to image attributionImage credit: Daniel X. O'Neil
Link to image attributionImage credit: Michigan Municipal League
Link to image attributionAs an eclectic college town in Michigan, Kalamazoo is a vibrant city full of attractions and fun things to do. When visiting the town, don't miss the famous Kalamazoo Valley Museum, where you'll find history, technology, and science exhibitions. The star of the museum is a 2300-year-old mummy, along with other artifacts from ancient Egypt. Another great destination is the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, which features exhibitions of local up-and-rising artists. With its rolling hills and lush landscape, Kalamazoo Nature Center is an excellent choice for a nature walk or even a ride if you bring your bike on the bus or train.
Once you've worked up an appetite, prepare to enjoy Kalamazoo's dining scene. True to its name, Rustica boasts a homely vibe with its fantastic selection of cured meats and homemade cheese and an impressive selection of European wines. In addition, Principle Food and Drink's comfort food and creative cocktails are delicious options right in downtown.
Kalamazoo is a stop on Amtrak's Blue Water and Wolverine lines and is also connected via bus service to cities including Indianapolis, Chicago, Ann Arbor, and Milwaukee. Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport offers daily flights in and out of the area.
Image credit: Charles Fulton
Link to image attributionThe Kalamazoo Transportation Center on North Burdick Street includes several modern facilities surrounding the historic 1887 Romanesque train station. The central train station's Art Deco lobby maintains rich wood furnishings and cathedral ceilings for a vintage atmosphere, while it is still an active station for Amtrak's Blue Water and Wolverine lines. Facilities include restrooms, vending machines, and a snack shop. Outside, arched covered walkways serve as boarding areas for local transit, Greyhound, FlixBus, Miller Transportation, Trailways, and Indian Trails. The transportation center is only a few blocks north of Kalamazoo's Central Business District, and a handful of restaurants and bars are within a short walk.
459 North Burdick Street
New Buffalo has one train station.
226 N Whittaker St
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