What is the cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Traverse City is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elkhart to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Elkhart to Traverse City is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Elkhart and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Elkhart station to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Elkhart Amtrak Station and arriving at Traverse City via Chicago Union Station and Grand Rapids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

How far is it from Elkhart to Traverse City?

The distance between Elkhart and Traverse City is 242 miles. The road distance is 242.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elkhart to Traverse City without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 20m and costs $95 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Elkhart to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Elkhart to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elkhart to Traverse City bus from?

Elkhart to Traverse City bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Elkhart Amtrak Station.

Bus or fly from Elkhart to Traverse City?

The best way to get from Elkhart to Traverse City is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $100 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Elkhart to Traverse City bus arrive?

Elkhart to Traverse City bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elkhart to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkhart to Traverse City is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Elkhart to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 597+ hotels available in Traverse City.

Elkhart to Traverse City - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Elkhart to Traverse City by plane, train, bus, bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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

Fly South Bend to Traverse City
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Traverse City (TVC)plane SBN - TVC
5h 53m
$106–391
Drive 241.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elkhart to Traverse Citycar 241.4 mi
4h 14m
$45–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse Citybus
12h 20m
$98–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse Citybus
12h 20m
$95–150
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Manistee County-Blacker Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL)plane ORD - MBL
3. Drive from Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL) to Traverse Citycar
6h 56m
$133–283
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Traverse City
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC)plane ORD - TVC
7h 41m
$71–341
Bus via South Bend
1. Take the bus from South Bend to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse Citybus
13h 52m
$85–140

Elkhart to Traverse City by train and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 20mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.7 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Elkhart, IN, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from South Bend (SBN) to Traverse City (TVC) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Traverse City via Chicago Union Station, Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station, and Grand Rapids in around 12h 20m.

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