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What to do
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When to visit
How to get there
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Renting a car

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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Battle Creek has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Battle Creek

If you’re looking for affordable options, NIBI (11177 E Michigan Ave) and Smoke N’ Fire (11177 E Michigan Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Battle Creek

Battle Creek in February
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Battle Creek in February
Estimated hotel price
$126
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 69 km from Battle Creek. The shortest domestic flight to Battle Creek departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Battle Creek. The train journey from Battle Creek to Chicago takes 2h 06m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $284 for a 27h 28m trip. The train station in Battle Creek is called Battle Creek, and is located 0.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Battle Creek is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 206 km from Battle Creek. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Battle Creek using FlixBus or Greyhound.

Plane

Although Battle Creek doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 69 km from Battle Creek. The shortest domestic flight to Battle Creek departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Battle Creek. The train journey from Battle Creek to Chicago takes 2h 06m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $284 for a 27h 28m trip. The train station in Battle Creek is called Battle Creek, and is located 0.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Battle Creek is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 206 km from Battle Creek. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Battle Creek using FlixBus or Greyhound.

Airports near Battle Creek

DTWDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Battle Creek

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,366 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,945 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,034 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
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Where to stay in Battle Creek

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Battle Creek, MI and Fairfield Inn by Marriott Battle Creek.

Most popular hotel in Battle Creek by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Battle Creek

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Quality Inn & Suites Next to the Casino
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 377 reviews)
$76+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Battle Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 232 reviews)
$120+
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Courtyard by Marriott Battle Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 320 reviews)
$112+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 117 reviews)
$148+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Battle Creek, MI
2 stars
Good (6.3, 587 reviews)
$66+
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Red Roof Inn Battle Creek
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 624 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Battle Creek

Renting a car in Battle Creek costs $70 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Battle Creek.

Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Battle Creek, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Battle Creek costs $70 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Battle Creek.

Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Battle Creek, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

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$67/day

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$73/day

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