What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University?

The fastest way to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Oak and Western Michigan University?

No, there is no direct bus from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University. However, there are services departing from Royal Oak Amtrak and arriving at W. Michigan & Sprague via Battle Creek Bus Stop and Kalamazoo Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Royal Oak and Western Michigan University?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University. However, there are services departing from Royal Oak Amtrak and arriving at Kalamazoo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University?

The distance between Royal Oak and Western Michigan University is 156 miles. The road distance is 141.1 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Oak to Western Michigan University bus from?

Royal Oak to Western Michigan University bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Royal Oak Amtrak station.

Where do I catch the Royal Oak to Western Michigan University train from?

Royal Oak to Western Michigan University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Royal Oak Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University?

The best way to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Royal Oak to Western Michigan University bus arrive?

Royal Oak to Western Michigan University bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Battle Creek station.

Where does the Royal Oak to Western Michigan University train arrive?

Royal Oak to Western Michigan University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kalamazoo station.

Can I drive from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Oak to Western Michigan University is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University.

Where can I stay near Western Michigan University?

There are 53+ hotels available in Western Michigan University.

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There are 4 ways to get from Royal Oak to Western Michigan University by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Kalamazootrain Wolverine
3h 54m
$52–103
Drive 140.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Royal Oak to Western Michigan Universitycar 140.3 mi
2h 28m
$26–37
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Royal Oak Amtrak to Battle Creekbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 56m
$47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO)plane DTW - AZO
3h 38m
$69–371

Royal Oak to Western Michigan University by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Royal Oak, MI, USA and Western Michigan University, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Kalamazoo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Royal Oak Amtrak to Battle Creek once a week. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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