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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Pontiac to Niles. The train trip from Pontiac to Niles is usually about 4 hours and 27 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Wolverine train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 162 mi (260 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 10m |
| Lowest price | $32.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Pontiac to Niles?
2 train services operate from Pontiac to Niles. 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 | 1 | 5h 18m | $79.22 |
| Amtrak Wolverine | 2 | 4h 12m | $66.27 |
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 Niles every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $44.
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 Pontiac to Niles on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as $32.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Pontiac and Niles is approximately 162 miles, or 260 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Pontiac to Niles. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
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. Luckily, both trains will get you to Niles with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Niles 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 Niles?
Main arrival station: 598 Dey St
Niles has one train station.
All train stations in Niles:
598 Dey St
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