What is the cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Elk Rapids is 216 miles. The road distance is 193.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $90 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $90 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $370 and takes 5h 34m.

Can I drive from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids.

Where can I stay near Elk Rapids?

There are 458+ hotels available in Elk Rapids.

Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids by bus, car, plane, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse City, MI1484
5h 45m
$93–134
Drive 192.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Elk Rapids192.5 mi
3h 21m
$36–51
Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Traverse City (TVC)AZO - TVC
5h 34m
$96–362
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC)ORD - TVC
5h 45m
$117–413

Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Traverse City (TVC) flights

18Weekly Planes

5h 2mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.1 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Kalamazoo, MI, USA and Elk Rapids, MI, USA?

Indian Trails operates a bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse City, MI once daily. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Delta fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Traverse City (TVC) 3 times a day.

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