Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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. For delicious green meals, WACO Kitchen - Battle Creek (15955 S Airport Rd) and Moonraker Restaurant & Lounge (14490 Beadle Lake Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Battle Creek.

When to visit Battle Creek

Battle Creek in December
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Battle Creek in December
Estimated hotel price
$102
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. Detroit Metro Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Battle Creek departs from Boston and takes around 4h 31m.

Train

The train station in Battle Creek is called Battle Creek, and is located 0.6 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 128 miles from Battle Creek. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Greyhound 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. Detroit Metro Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Battle Creek departs from Boston and takes around 4h 31m.

Train

The train station in Battle Creek is called Battle Creek, and is located 0.6 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 128 miles from Battle Creek. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Battle Creek.

Airports near Battle Creek

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

Airlines serving Battle Creek

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,514 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,981 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,991 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,346 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,535 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,155 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,036 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (368 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

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Quality Inn & Suites Next to the Casino
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 352 reviews)
$88+
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Courtyard by Marriott Battle Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8, 299 reviews)
$95+
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Baymont by Wyndham Battle Creek Downtown
2 stars
Good (7, 826 reviews)
$65+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Battle Creek, MI
2 stars
Good (6.2, 529 reviews)
$71+
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Red Roof Inn Battle Creek
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 594 reviews)
$54+
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Baymont by Wyndham Battle Creek/I-94
2 stars
Okay (4.7, 1212 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Battle Creek

Renting a car in Battle Creek costs $67 per day, on average, or $202 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Battle Creek.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Battle Creek, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Battle Creek costs $67 per day, on average, or $202 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Battle Creek.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Battle Creek, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Battle Creek

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$50/day

Intermediate SUV
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