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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between New Buffalo and Battle Creek. The average train journey from New Buffalo to Battle Creek takes one hour and 26 minutes, but some Amtrak Blue Water train trips are as short as one hour and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 88 mi (142 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 23m |
| Lowest price | $17.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from New Buffalo to Battle Creek?
2 train services operate from New Buffalo to Battle Creek. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Blue Water | 1 | 1h 23m | $28.38 |
| Amtrak Wolverine | 2 | 1h 28m | $29.63 |
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 $17. 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 New Buffalo to Battle Creek on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as $17.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from New Buffalo to Battle Creek. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs New Buffalo at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 New Buffalo to Battle Creek.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek?
Main arrival station: 119 McCamly St S
Battle Creek has one train station.
All train stations in Battle Creek:
119 McCamly St S
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