How to travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a flight costs an average of $636.

Distance: 130 miles (210 km)

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$636

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$61

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0.6 - 1.3kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL is a bus with an average price of $40 (€34).

This is compared to other travel options from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL:

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $61 (€51).

A bus is $596 (€499) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $636 (€532).

The fastest way to travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 20m.

Flight takes on average 5h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Battle Creek, MI and Chicago, IL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users.

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from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL

How to get from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Republic AirlinesAA4648
    2:26 PM1h18
    Gerald R. Ford International Airport
    2:44 PMO'Hare International Airport
    $1421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Republic AirlinesAA4648
    2:26 PM1h18
    Gerald R. Ford International Airport
    2:44 PMO'Hare International Airport
    $1421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Republic AirlinesAA4424
    6:00 AM1h14
    Gerald R. Ford International Airport
    6:14 AMO'Hare International Airport
    $2241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • skywest airlinesAA6322
    9:16 PM1h29
    Gerald R. Ford International Airport
    9:45 PMO'Hare International Airport
    $1421One-way
    0 transfers
  • UnitedUA5674
    5:00 AM1h15
    Gerald R. Ford International Airport
    5:15 AMO'Hare International Airport
    $1781One-way
    0 transfers
  • UnitedUA2783
    3:46 PM1h17
    Gerald R. Ford International Airport
    4:03 PMO'Hare International Airport
    $1781One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL

Travel to Chicago, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL.

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There are 3 options to travel between Battle Creek, MI and Chicago, IL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL is a bus with an average price of $40 (€34).

This is compared to other travel options from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL:

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $61 (€51).

A bus is $596 (€499) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL costing on average $636 (€532).

The fastest way to travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 20m.

Flight takes on average 5h 59m.

The distance from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL is approximately 130 miles (210 km).
The average frequency per day from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Battle Creek, MI and Chicago, IL as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL:
  • Trains mostly depart from Battle Creek Station, Battle Creek, MI and arrive in Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL.
  • Flights mostly depart from Gerald R. Ford International Airport and arrive in O'Hare International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Battle Creek, MI (Bus/Amtrak) and arrive in Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Chicago, IL by bus.
  • Travel with American Airlines, Republic Airlines, United, skywest airlines to go to Chicago, IL by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Chicago, IL by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Greyhound.
  • 10 direct flights per day with American Airlines, Republic Airlines, United, skywest airlines.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Battle Creek, MI to Chicago, IL often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Denver, CO, Boston, MA, Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chicago, IL and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Chicago, IL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Chicago, IL, you can explore the Museum of Science and Industry and its interactive exhibits, enjoy the vibrant neighborhoods like Wicker Park and Lincoln Park, take a river cruise to view iconic architecture, and attend a live performance at the historic Chicago Theatre. Visit Lincoln Park Zoo for a free and enjoyable day. For sights, don't miss Millennium Park with its modern art, the renowned Art Institute of Chicago, the entertainment hub of Navy Pier, panoramic views from Willis Tower Skydeck, and the fascinating exhibits at the Field Museum.
To fully experience Chicago, IL, plan for at least 3-4 days to visit key attractions such as Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago, Navy Pier, and explore diverse neighborhoods.
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