What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Kalkaska?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Kalkaska is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Kalkaska?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Kalkaska is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $100 - $350.

How far is it from Chicago to Kalkaska?

The distance between Chicago and Kalkaska is 266 miles. The road distance is 311.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Kalkaska without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Kalkaska without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $140 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Kalkaska?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Chicago to Kalkaska, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Kalkaska?

The best way to get from Chicago to Kalkaska is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $100 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $200 and takes 9h 19m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Kalkaska?

Kalkaska is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 2:04 AM in Chicago and 3:04 AM in Kalkaska.

Can I drive from Chicago to Kalkaska?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Kalkaska is 312 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Chicago to Kalkaska.

Where can I stay near Kalkaska?

There are 118+ hotels available in Kalkaska.

Chicago to Kalkaska - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Kalkaska by plane, train, bus, taxi, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Traverse City
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC)plane ORD - TVC
3h 29m
$108–350
Drive 310 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Kalkaskacar 310 mi
5h 6m
$57–82
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain Wolverine / ...
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Kingsleybus 1484
8h 25m
$142–227
Train, bus, taxi
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Manton, MIbus
3. Take the taxi from Manton, MI to Kalkaskataxi
8h 42m
$150–242
Fly to Manistee County-Blacker Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL)plane ORD - MBL
2. Drive from Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL) to Kalkaskacar
4h 52m
$60–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Kingsleybus 1484
9h 19m
$134–199

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC) flights

55Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Kalkaska.

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Distance: 264.7 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Kalkaska, MI, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalkaska via Kalamazoo Metro Transit and Kingsley in around 9h 19m.

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