Ypsilanti travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ypsilanti

With a population of 19,435, Ypsilanti is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Ypsilanti deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Ypsilanti

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ollie Food and Spirits (42 E Cross St) and The View Restaurant (1275 S Huron St) are great picks.

When to visit Ypsilanti

Ypsilanti in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ypsilanti in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ypsilanti

Plane

When flying to Ypsilanti, you’ll arrive at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ypsilanti departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ypsilanti.

Car

Another option to get to Ypsilanti is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 29 miles from Ypsilanti. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ypsilanti, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From South Bend, the bus ride to Ypsilanti takes 360 miles and will cost you around $54. From Toronto, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 410 miles.

Plane

When flying to Ypsilanti, you’ll arrive at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ypsilanti departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ypsilanti.

Car

Another option to get to Ypsilanti is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 29 miles from Ypsilanti. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ypsilanti, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From South Bend, the bus ride to Ypsilanti takes 360 miles and will cost you around $54. From Toronto, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 410 miles.

Airports near Ypsilanti

Airlines serving Ypsilanti

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,268 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,941 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,173 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (516 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Ypsilanti

Most booked hotels in Ypsilanti

Hampton Inn & Suites Ypsilanti
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 278 reviews)
$124+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ann Arbor Ypsilanti
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 186 reviews)
$133+
Ann Arbor Regent Hotel and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1474 reviews)
$135+
Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 207 reviews)
$147+
Weber's Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (9, 20 reviews)
$142+
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ann Arbor
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 673 reviews)
$103+

Renting a car in Ypsilanti

Renting a car in Ypsilanti costs $62 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Ypsilanti.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Ypsilanti (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Ypsilanti is Full-size (Class Full-size Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Chevrolet Impala or similar) are, on average, 13% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ypsilanti costs $62 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Ypsilanti.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Ypsilanti (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Ypsilanti is Full-size (Class Full-size Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Chevrolet Impala or similar) are, on average, 13% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.