How to Book Train Travel from Grand Rapids, MI to Chicago
Getting from Grand Rapids to Chicago by train is a fun alternative to fighting highway traffic or crowds at the airport. Amtrak will get you from city to city in only four hours, for as little as $30 each way.
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Instructions
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Call Amtrak at 1-800-USA-RAIL or visit Amtrak's web site in the "Resources" section below. On the web site, you can book your train reservations via Amtrak's Fare Finder. You can also navigate the site if you have a PDA, Blackberry or other handheld device.
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If you ordered your tickets online or by phone, pick them up at a ticket agent or at one of the Quik-Trak kiosks that can be found at many Amtrak locations (you'll need to enter your reservation number). If you've booked your trip far in advance, you can also request that your tickets be mailed to you.
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Plan your post-train transportation. Once you arrive in Chicago, you can hop on the El (elevated train) to get to your final destination. This adventurous form of Chicago travel is a less expensive option than a cab.
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Tips & Warnings
Be flexible to ensure the best fare. There are several trains that run each day, so your objective should be convenience as well as a great rate.
Know when you need to arrive in Chicago. If it is during weekday rush hour, it will be more difficult to manage transportation out of Chicago's Union Station.
