Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Ann Arbor
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Ann Arbor. The journey takes about 4 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Amtrak Chicago Ann Arbor recent customer reviews
The trip was relaxing and the cars were very clean naw with modern features.
Tried to upgrade to Business based on solicitation from Amtrak. The site said I had an excellent chance of getting it, however I found out I didn’t get it only 10 minutes before departure.
What’s the point of playing that game?
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Amtrak Chicago Ann Arbor recent customer reviews
The trip was relaxing and the cars were very clean naw with modern features.
Tried to upgrade to Business based on solicitation from Amtrak. The site said I had an excellent chance of getting it, however I found out I didn’t get it only 10 minutes before departure.
What’s the point of playing that game?
Based on 5413 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $120
Amtrak Chicago Ann Arbor recent customer reviews
The trip was relaxing and the cars were very clean naw with modern features.
Tried to upgrade to Business based on solicitation from Amtrak. The site said I had an excellent chance of getting it, however I found out I didn’t get it only 10 minutes before departure.
What’s the point of playing that game?
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What is the distance between Chicago and Ann Arbor?
The distance between the two cities is 203 miles (327 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Ann Arbor?
If you're headed to Ann Arbor from Chicago, chances are that your bus will depart from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Train Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/20
$65
08/21
$69
Today
$43
08/23
$39
08/24
$38
08/25
$33
08/26
$27
08/27
$25
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Ann Arbor was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $25
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 $25 to $81 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 $25 which is on 2025-08-27.
Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.
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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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Ann Arbor will emit less CO2 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?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Ann Arbor
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Ann Arbor was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $25
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
