Getting Here & Getting Around

Michigan Ave. downtown sidewalks are temporarily under construction for restoration on ADA accessible ramps. We encourage you to plan ahead and visit the City of Ypsilanti facebook page for the latest construction updates.

Getting Around Ypsilanti

Ypsilanti’s three business districts, including the Eastern Michigan University’s campus nearby, are known for being walkable and bike friendly, all within a few square miles. Folks love to visit downtown for shopping and happy hour, followed by a scenic stroll through Riverside Park, connecting downtown to Depot Town for more shopping, dining, and local Ypsi brews. The park, streets, and more pathways area part of the county-wide Border to Border Trail.

Along the way, admire historic architecture and plaques identifying when the buildings were originally built! 

For those looking to make up time or get further out of the city, we have many options that are likely to suit your needs:

• TheRide:  Operated by the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority, ‘TheRide’ is a top-notch public transit system, offering over 1,300 fixed-route bus stops in the Urban Core of Washtenaw County. Exact change is required, and reduced fares are available for those who qualify. See website for schedule and route information.

• Car Rental:  If you need to rent a car during your visit to the Ypsilanti area, there are several companies that can assist you with exactly what you need, where you need it. For a full list of rental car agencies in the area, click here.

• Limousines:  With a handful of limo providers in the area, many provide airport transportation as well as trips to and from the surrounding areas for special events. See the full list.

Airport Transportation

Ypsilanti is near the Detroit Metropolitan Airport, so there are many affordable and hassle-free options for transportation between Ypsilanti and DTW, such as car rentals and airport shuttles.

• AirRide:  Offers near-hourly service each day between Ypsilanti and Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). Fares are $12 each way with advance reservation. Boarding/pick-up locations are at Blake Transit Center and Kensington Court Hotel. For schedules and reservations, visit MyAirRide.com

• Taxi/Shuttle Service:  There are many taxis, shuttles and private cars that specifically operate as airport transportation between Ypsilanti and DTW. See our list of recommended limo or car services and list of recommended taxis.

Getting To & From Ypsilanti

If you’re planning a trip from a nearby city, you don’t necessarily need a car of your own. Most major bus and rail services have stations in Ann Arbor:

• Greyhound:  The Greyhound Station is located in downtown Ann Arbor at 115 E. William Street. See the Greyhound site for scheduling and tickets.