What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Torch Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Torch Lake is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Torch Lake?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Torch Lake is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 34m and costs $130 - $390.

How far is it from Chicago to Torch Lake?

The distance between Chicago and Torch Lake is 272 miles. The road distance is 334.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Torch Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Torch Lake without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 9h 7m and costs $150 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Torch Lake?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Chicago to Torch Lake, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Torch Lake?

Torch Lake is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 9:20 AM in Chicago and 10:20 AM in Torch Lake.

Can I drive from Chicago to Torch Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Torch Lake is 335 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Chicago to Torch Lake.

Where can I stay near Torch Lake?

There are 113+ hotels available in Torch Lake.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Torch Lake by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC)plane ORD - TVC
2. Take the taxi from Traverse-City-Airport-TVC to Torch Laketaxi
3h 34m
$132–385
Fly to Manistee County-Blacker Airport, drive
cheapest
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 Torch Lakecar
5h 6m
$58–158
Train, bus, taxi
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse City, MIbus
3. Take the taxi from Traverse City, MI to Torch Laketaxi
9h 7m
$159–278
Drive 332.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Torch Lakecar 332.6 mi
5h 42m
$61–88
Train, bus, taxi via Grand Rapids
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse City, MIbus
3. Take the taxi from Traverse City, MI to Torch Laketaxi
9h 45m
$161–269
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse City, MIbus
3. Drive from Leelanau Sands Casino to Torch Lakecar
12h 14m
$62–126

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

49Weekly Planes

1h 17mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Torch Lake.

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Distance: 270 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Torch Lake. However, you can take the subway to O'Hare, walk to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) airport, fly to Traverse City (TVC), then take the taxi to Torch Lake. Alternatively, you can take the train to Kalamazoo, walk to Kalamazoo, MI, take the bus to Traverse City, MI, then take the taxi to Torch Lake.

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