What is the cheapest way to get from Alpena to Columbus?

The cheapest way to get from Alpena to Columbus is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alpena to Columbus?

The fastest way to get from Alpena to Columbus is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Alpena and Columbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Alpena to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Alpena and arriving at Columbus - Mound St via Detroit, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

How far is it from Alpena to Columbus?

The distance between Alpena and Columbus is 377 miles. The road distance is 410.6 miles.

How do I travel from Alpena to Columbus without a car?

The best way to get from Alpena to Columbus without a car is to bus which takes 11h 39m and costs $75 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Alpena to Columbus?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Alpena to Columbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alpena to Columbus bus from?

Alpena to Columbus bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Alpena station.

Bus or fly from Alpena to Columbus?

The best way to get from Alpena to Columbus is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 11h 39m.

Where does the Alpena to Columbus bus arrive?

Alpena to Columbus bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Detroit Greyhound station.

Can I drive from Alpena to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Alpena to Columbus is 411 miles. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Alpena to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 582+ hotels available in Columbus.

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There are 5 ways to get from Alpena to Columbus by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Alpena County Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane APN - CMH
4h 48m
$106–507
Bus via Wilson & Ferrell Shell Station - Columbus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alpena to Detroit Greyhoundbus 1485
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbusbus Detroit
12h 44m
$69–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alpena to Detroit Greyhoundbus 1485
2. Take the bus from Detroit, MI to Columbus - Mound Stbus Detroit
11h 39m
$79–147
Drive 408.2 mi
1. Drive from Alpena to Columbuscar 408.2 mi
7h 43m
$75–108
Bus to Pellston, fly
1. Take the bus from Alpena to Cheboygan, MIbus
2. Fly from Pellston (PLN) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane PLN - CMH
7h 30m
$171–610

Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) flights

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6h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 374.6 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Alpena, MI, USA and Columbus, OH, USA?

Delta flies from Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alpena to Columbus - Mound St via Alpena and Detroit, MI in around 11h 39m.

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