Introduction to the Amtrak Blue Water Train
Blue Water is a high-speed intercity rail service offered by Amtrak. It first started service in 2004. Blue Water is responsible for taking over 145,000 to their final destinations.
The Blue Water operates along the Michigan Area between Chicago, Illinois, and Port Huron, Michigan.
What to Expect on Amtrak Blue Water?
The Blue Water runs a total of 319 miles between its starting point, Chicago, Illinois, and its point of termination, Port Huron, Michigan.
This high-speed Intercity rail travels at an average speed of 50 miles per hour. The overall trip from start to finish takes about 6 hours. The Blue Water runs trips daily and 7 trips per week.
Accommodations provided by the Blue Water
Blue Water offers seating for 361 passengers.
This train has no first-class or sleeper car configuration due to its short trip duration. You can purchase a business-class seat though.
What Are The Major Stops on the Blue Water?
The Blue Water starts in Chicago, Illinois, and terminates at Port Huron, Michigan. In between, Blue Water makes the following stop at these major locations.
- Chicago, Illinois
- Niles, Michigan – Niles Station
- Dowagiac, Michigan – Dowagiac
- Kalamazoo, Michigan – Kalamazoo Transportation Center
- Battle Creek, Michigan – Battle Creek Transportation Center
- East Lasing, Michigan – Capitol Area Multimodal Gateway
- Flint, Michigan – Flint Station
- Lapeer, Michigan – Lapeer Station
- Port Huron, Michigan – Port Huron Station. This is where the Blue Water services end.
How Much Does it Cost to Ride on the Blue Water?
A regular fare onboard the Blue Water will cost you between $36.00 and $113.00, depending on which type of seat you decide to purchase.
