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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Pontiac to New Buffalo. The train trip from Pontiac to New Buffalo is usually about 4 hours and 41 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Wolverine train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 29 minutes.
| Distance | 186 mi (299 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 29m |
| Lowest price | $38.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Pontiac to New Buffalo?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Pontiac to New Buffalo was $49.33. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to New Buffalo if you book your train tickets at least 5 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $22.87.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Pontiac to New Buffalo?
2 train services operate from Pontiac to New Buffalo. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 5h 40m | $73.00 |
| Amtrak Wolverine | 1 | 4h 32m | $66.78 |
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 Pontiac to New Buffalo every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $50.
The Amtrak Wolverine provides rail service from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan, and offers 1 trips per day. Each train features amenities such as a cafe car and onboard WiFi. The average ticket price from Pontiac to New Buffalo on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as $38.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Pontiac and New Buffalo is approximately 186 miles, or 299 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 41 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 29 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.
Trains departing from Pontiac to New Buffalo tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Pontiac at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Pontiac twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to New Buffalo faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New Buffalo to Pontiac.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Pontiac?
Main departure station: Transp Ctr - 51000 Woodward Ave
There is one train station in Pontiac.
All train stations in Pontiac:
Transp Ctr - 51000 Woodward Ave
Where is the train station in New Buffalo?
Main arrival station: 226 N Whittaker St
New Buffalo has one train station.
All train stations in New Buffalo:
226 N Whittaker St
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