What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream is to fly which takes 2h 9m and costs $100 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Carol Stream?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Carol Stream. However, there are services departing from Traverse City, MI and arriving at Gary Ave & Village Ct / Arapahoe Trail via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Harrison & Jefferson, 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Line, Oak Brook Center / Macy's and Wheaton Metra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 39m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Carol Stream?

The distance between Traverse City and Carol Stream is 249 miles. The road distance is 345 miles.

How do I travel from Traverse City to Carol Stream without a car?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 10m and costs $75 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traverse City to Carol Stream bus from?

Traverse City to Carol Stream bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City, MI station.

Bus or fly from Traverse City to Carol Stream?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream is to fly which takes 2h 9m and costs $100 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 14h 39m.

Where does the Traverse City to Carol Stream bus arrive?

Traverse City to Carol Stream bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo, MI station.

What is the time difference between Traverse City and Carol Stream?

Carol Stream is 1h behind Traverse City. It is currently 5:50 AM in Traverse City and 4:50 AM in Carol Stream.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Carol Stream?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Carol Stream is 345 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Traverse City to Carol Stream.

Where can I stay near Carol Stream?

There are 344+ hotels available in Carol Stream.

Traverse City to Carol Stream - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 from Traverse City
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TVC - ORD
2h 9m
$103–311
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo, MIbus 1484
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
14h 39m
$63–102
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Grand Rapids, MIbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Winfieldtrain
11h 10m
$79–136
Drive 343 mi
1. Drive from Traverse City to Carol Streamcar 343 mi
5h 59m
$63–91
Drive to Manistee County-Blacker Airport, fly
1. Drive from Traverse City to Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL)car
2. Fly from Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MBL - ORD
3h 13m
$110–220

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

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1h 44mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream.

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Distance: 247.7 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Traverse City, MI, USA and Carol Stream, IL, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traverse City, MI to Gary Ave & Village Ct / Arapahoe Trail via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Line, Oak Brook Center / Macy's, and Wheaton Metra in around 14h 39m.

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