Battle Creek travel guide

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You're Going to Love Battle Creek

With a population of 52,347, Battle Creek is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Battle Creek deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Battle Creek

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lucky Rooster (1299 Columbia Ave E) and WACO Kitchen - Battle Creek (15955 S Airport Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Battle Creek

Battle Creek in November
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Battle Creek in November
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Battle Creek in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Battle Creek, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Battle Creek

Plane

Although Battle Creek doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 43 miles from Battle Creek. The shortest domestic flight to Battle Creek departs from Boston and takes around 4h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Battle Creek. The train station in Battle Creek is called Battle Creek, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Battle Creek is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 129 miles from Battle Creek. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Kyte, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Battle Creek.

Plane

Although Battle Creek doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 43 miles from Battle Creek. The shortest domestic flight to Battle Creek departs from Boston and takes around 4h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Battle Creek. The train station in Battle Creek is called Battle Creek, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Battle Creek is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 129 miles from Battle Creek. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Kyte, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Battle Creek.

Airlines serving Battle Creek

Lufthansa
Good (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,811 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,601 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (715 reviews)
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Where to stay in Battle Creek

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn by Marriott Battle Creek and Quality Inn & Suites Next to the Casino.

Where to stay in popular areas of Battle Creek

Most booked hotels in Battle Creek

Home2 Suites by Hilton Battle Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 163 reviews)
$150+
Quality Inn & Suites Next to the Casino
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 211 reviews)
$124+
Courtyard by Marriott Battle Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8, 169 reviews)
$147+
Holiday Inn Battle Creek
3 stars
Good (7.7, 253 reviews)
$119+
Baymont by Wyndham Battle Creek Downtown
2 stars
Good (6.6, 559 reviews)
$85+
Baymont by Wyndham Battle Creek/I-94
2 stars
Okay (4.7, 691 reviews)
$82+

Renting a car in Battle Creek

Renting a car in Battle Creek costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Battle Creek (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Full-size (Chrysler 200 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Battle Creek, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Battle Creek costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Battle Creek (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Full-size (Chrysler 200 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Battle Creek, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.