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Des Plaines to Traverse City

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5 h 40 min
541 km.
from $29
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Eight ways to Travel from Des Plaines to Traverse City

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Cheapest
By car (541 km)
5 h 40 min
541 km.
from $29
Fastest
Plane from Des Plaines (Chicago Midway International Airport) to Traverse City (Blacker Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 40 min
541 km.
from $7.06
Bus
12 h 32 min
354 km.
from $148.57
Train, Bus
10 h 11 min
354 km.
from $148.59
Train, bus via Grand Rapids, Train, bus via Grand Rapids
10 h 49 min
354 km.
from $126.61
Bus, Plane (Fly to Manistee County-Blacker Airport)
3 h 43 min
353 km.
from $81.58
Bus, Plane (Fly to Pellston)
6 h 1 min
353 km.
from $348.18

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$585.98

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$343.94
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pellston
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$560.50

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:
contouraviation.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manistee
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$242.03

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91
Train from Chicago Union Station to Grand
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$114.65

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$114.65

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$121.02
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$89.17
Bus from Pellston, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$52.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City is to drive which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City is to fly and drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $76.09 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Jefferson Park Transit Center, Chicago Bus Station and Kalamazoo, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Traverse City?

The distance between Des Plaines and Traverse City is 377 km. The road distance is 541.3 km.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Traverse City without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 11m and costs $50 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Traverse City bus from?

Des Plaines to Traverse City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Des Plaines to Traverse City?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Traverse City is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $86.96 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.57 - $206.52 and takes 12h 32m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Traverse City bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Traverse City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Des Plaines and Traverse City?

Traverse City is 1h ahead of Des Plaines. It is currently 18:52 in Des Plaines and 19:52 in Traverse City.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Traverse City is 541 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Des Plaines to Traverse City.

Which airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport Airport to Traverse City Airport?

American Airlines and United Airlines offer flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport Airport to Traverse City Airport.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 468+ hotels available in Traverse City. Prices start at $56.15 per night.
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