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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Traverse City is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Traverse City is to fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $70 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis station to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Traverse City via Chicago Union Station and Grand Rapids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 44m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Traverse City?

The distance between Indianapolis and Traverse City is 376 miles. The road distance is 380 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Traverse City without a car is to bus which takes 13h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Indianapolis to Traverse City, including transfers.

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

Indianapolis to Traverse City bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Bus or fly from Indianapolis to Traverse City?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Traverse City is to fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $70 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 44m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Traverse City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Traverse City is 380 miles. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Indianapolis to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 577+ hotels available in Traverse City.

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

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

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Fly Indianapolis to Traverse City
best
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Traverse City (TVC)plane IND - TVC
7h 19m
$70–425
Drive 377.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Traverse Citycar 377.8 mi
7h 23m
$69–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union 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
13h 44m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Indianapolis 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
15h 4m
$228–366
Fly Indianapolis to Pellston, bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Pellston (PLN)plane IND - PLN
2. Take the bus from Pellston to Traverse Citybus
10h 10m
$95–477
Train to Purdue University Airport, fly to Traverse City
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Traverse City (TVC)plane LAF - TVC
9h 26m
$96–398
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus 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
13h 53m

Indianapolis (IND) to Traverse City (TVC) flights

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Distance: 374.1 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Traverse City (TVC) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Traverse City via Chicago Union Station, Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station, and Grand Rapids in around 13h 44m.

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