Packard (5)

Bus Route TheRide (AATA) 13 stops

The Packard (5) is a city bus route serving the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Operated by TheRide (AATA). 13 stops along the route. Use MGuide at mguide.app for real-time bus tracking and predicted arrivals.

Route Details

Route NamePackard
Short Name5
OperatorTheRide (AATA)
Stops13
FareFares vary; some routes free for U-M students
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible

Stops (13)

  1. 1. BTC Mall Stop 5
  2. 2. S- William east of Division
  3. 3. Thompson + E.Jefferson
  4. 4. Packard + Hill
  5. 5. Packard + State
  6. 6. Packard + McKinely
  7. 7. Packard + Arch
  8. 8. Packard + Hill
  9. 9. Thompson + Richard Kennedy
  10. 10. E- Thompson St south of William
  11. 11. N- William east of Division
  12. 12. Blake Transit Center
  13. 13. Thompson + Madison

Frequently Asked Questions

What stops does the Packard (5) serve?
The Packard route serves 13 stops: BTC Mall Stop 5, S- William east of Division, Thompson + E.Jefferson, Packard + Hill, Packard + State, Packard + McKinely, Packard + Arch, Packard + Hill, Thompson + Richard Kennedy, E- Thompson St south of William, N- William east of Division, Blake Transit Center, Thompson + Madison.
When does the Packard (5) operate?
TheRide Route 5 (Packard) operates on varying schedules. Visit theride.org or use MGuide for real-time departures.
How often does the Packard (5) run?
TheRide Route 5 frequency varies by time of day and day of week. Check theride.org for the current schedule.
Is the Packard route wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all TheRide (AATA) vehicles are wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant.
How do I track the Packard bus in real time?
Open MGuide at mguide.app and enable the Transit layer to see real-time bus positions, predicted arrivals, and route maps for the Packard and all other campus routes.

Sources

  • Schedule data from University of Michigan Transit Services GTFS feed. Updated 2026-03-21.
  • TheRide (AATA)
  • MGuide Campus Map — student-built, independently maintained

Data sourced from University of Michigan Transit Services and AATA. Last updated March 2026.
Source: mguide.app/transit/route/5