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

The cheapest way to get from Frankfort to Traverse City is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankfort to Traverse City is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfort and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankfort to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Matteson, IL and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Chicago Union Station and Kalamazoo Metro Transit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 51m.

How far is it from Frankfort to Traverse City?

The distance between Frankfort and Traverse City is 291 miles. The road distance is 320 miles.

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

The best way to get from Frankfort to Traverse City without a car is to bus which takes 10h 51m and costs $130 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Frankfort to Traverse City, including transfers.

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

Frankfort to Traverse City bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Matteson, IL station.

Where does the Frankfort to Traverse City bus arrive?

Frankfort to Traverse City bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Downtown Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Frankfort and Traverse City?

Traverse City is 1h ahead of Frankfort. It is currently 1:39 AM in Frankfort and 2:39 AM in Traverse City.

Can I drive from Frankfort to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfort to Traverse City is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Frankfort to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 497+ hotels available in Traverse City.

Frankfort to Traverse City - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Frankfort to Traverse City by train, plane, car, bus (Amtrak), or bus

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Train, fly to Manistee County-Blacker Airport, drive
best
1. Take the train from Mokena to LaSalle Streettrain
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
5h 37m
$119–192
Drive 318.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Frankfort to Traverse Citycar 318.1 mi
5h 21m
$59–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matteson, IL to Downtown Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazoobus
3. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Traverse City, MIbus
10h 51m
$136–214
Train, bus via Grand Rapids
1. Take the train from Mokena to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse City, MIbus
11h 34m
$95–195
Train, fly to Traverse City, line 14 bus
1. Take the train from Mokena to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC)plane ORD - TVC
3. Take the bus from Cherry Capital Airport to Hall St. Transfer Station - Route 14bus
6h 23m
$62–310
Train, fly to Pellston, bus
1. Take the train from Mokena to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pellston (PLN)plane ORD - PLN
3. Take the bus from Pellston to Traverse City, MIbus
7h 49m
$86–362
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mokena to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
3. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Traverse City, MIbus
10h 56m
$90–175
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Mokena to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Traverse City, MIbus
11h 53m
$71–130

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL) flights

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Distance: 288.8 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Frankfort, Will County, IL, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Frankfort to Traverse City, MI via Matteson, IL, Downtown Chicago, Chicago Union Station, and Kalamazoo Metro Transit in around 10h 51m.

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