What is the cheapest way to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake?

The fastest way to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $20 - $30.

How far is it from Alpena to Houghton Lake?

The distance between Alpena and Houghton Lake is 223 miles. The road distance is 113.7 miles.

How do I travel from Alpena to Houghton Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake, including transfers.

Can I drive from Alpena to Houghton Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Alpena to Houghton Lake is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Alpena to Houghton Lake.

Where can I stay near Houghton Lake?

There are 93+ hotels available in Houghton Lake.

Alpena to Houghton Lake - 2 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Alpena to Houghton Lake by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Alpena to Mackinawbus
2. Take the bus from Mackinaw City to Graylingbus
3. Take the taxi from Grayling to Houghton Laketaxi
6h
Drive 113 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alpena to Houghton Lakecar 113 mi
2h 18m
$21–30

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Distance: 221.8 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Alpena, MI, USA and Houghton Lake, MI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Alpena to Houghton Lake. However, you can take the taxi to Alpena, take the bus to Mackinaw, walk to Mackinaw City, take the bus to Grayling, then take the taxi to Houghton Lake. Alternatively, you can drive from Alpena to Houghton Lake in around 2h 18m.

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