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When to visit
How to get there
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Benton Harbor travel guide

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You're Going to Love Benton Harbor

With a population of 10,038, Benton Harbor is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Benton Harbor deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Benton Harbor

If you’re looking for affordable options, Houndstooth (132 Pipestone St) and The Grille-The Golf Club at Harbor Shores (201 Graham Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Benton Harbor

Benton Harbor in November
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benton Harbor in November
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Benton Harbor in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Benton Harbor, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Benton Harbor

Plane

Although Benton Harbor doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 30 miles from Benton Harbor. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Allegiant Air, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Benton Harbor departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Benton Harbor. The train journey from Benton Harbor to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benton Harbor is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 62 miles from Benton Harbor. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benton Harbor, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Benton Harbor takes 180 miles and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 190 miles. Benton Harbor’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Benton Harbor doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 30 miles from Benton Harbor. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Allegiant Air, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Benton Harbor departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Benton Harbor. The train journey from Benton Harbor to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benton Harbor is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 62 miles from Benton Harbor. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benton Harbor, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Benton Harbor takes 180 miles and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 190 miles. Benton Harbor’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Benton Harbor

GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Benton Harbor

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,248 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,970 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Benton Harbor

Most booked hotels in Benton Harbor

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Hampton Inn & Suites Benton Harbor
2 stars
Excellent (9, 271 reviews)
$118+
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The Inn at Harbor Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 480 reviews)
$204+
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Courtyard by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 199 reviews)
$119+
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Mark III, Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 76 reviews)
$210+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Joseph
2 stars
Good (7.7, 573 reviews)
$123+
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Hilton Garden Inn Benton Harbor/St. Joseph
3 stars
Good (7.5, 303 reviews)
$112+
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Renting a car in Benton Harbor

Renting a car in Benton Harbor costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Benton Harbor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Benton Harbor is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Benton Harbor costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Benton Harbor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Benton Harbor is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$74/day

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