According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, Amtrak is implementing roll-on bike service on all three of it's operating lines by next spring. Roll-on service is a huge perk over typical luggage service in which a bicycle must be partially disassembled and boxed.
While this is good news for the would be bicycle tourists, I suggest you confirm all services offered before you show up. My experience is that Amtrak employees are not familiar with roll-on service, and I have found myself explaining that I should be allowed to simply take my bike on the train without boxing it. Know your rights and Amtrak's policies. Do not depend on the conductor or ticketing personnel to know how to accommodate your bike.
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