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Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Ann Arbor on 17 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Ann ArborCheapest
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Ann ArborNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Ann ArborNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Ann ArborNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Ann Arbor

Bus
Average priceUS$29 - US$125Average duration7h 5m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$42 - US$167Average duration4h 16m
30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Ann Arbor

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Ann Arbor. The journey takes about 4 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
4h 16mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Ann Arbor: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$39
Average bus trip duration7h 5m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure04:45
Distance203 miles
Latest bus departure22:10

Chicago to Ann Arbor Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Ann Arbor

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Ann Arbor by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Ann Arbor by coach covers an approximate distance of 203 miles (327 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Ann Arbor without a car?

    You can reach Ann Arbor from Chicago by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/09
US$39
13/09
US$39
Today
US$45
15/09
US$34
16/09
US$29
17/09
US$29
18/09
US$29
19/09
US$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Ann Arbor was searched and found on 16 Sept 2025 with a price of US$29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Ann Arbor as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$119 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Ann Arbor based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-09-16.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Ann Arbor, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Ann Arbor will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Ann Arbor while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Ann Arbor?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

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