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 8m and costs $110 - $350.

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 and arriving at Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail via Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station, Clinton & Jackson, Forest Park CTA Station - Bus Stop B and Wheaton Metra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Carol Stream?

The distance between Traverse City and Carol Stream is 250 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 $95 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m 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 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 8m and costs $110 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $130 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Traverse City to Carol Stream bus arrive?

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

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

Carol Stream is 1h behind Traverse City. It is currently 6:43 PM in Traverse City and 5:43 PM 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 333+ hotels available in Carol Stream.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Traverse City to Carol Stream by plane, bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Fly from Traverse City
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TVC - ORD
2h 8m
$118–346
Drive 343 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Traverse City to Carol Streamcar 343 mi
5h 59m
$63–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus
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
$97–209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus It 81
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
13h 35m
$79–125
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 27m
$175–295

Traverse City to Carol Stream by bus and subway

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Distance: 248.4 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traverse City to Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail via Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station, Chicago Union Station, Clinton & Jackson, Van Buren & Throop, Racine, Forest Park, Forest Park CTA Station - Bus Stop B, and Wheaton Metra in around 13h 35m.

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