What is the cheapest way to get from Alpena to Thunder Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Alpena to Thunder Bay is to bus and drive which costs $100 - $240 and takes 13h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alpena to Thunder Bay?

The fastest way to get from Alpena to Thunder Bay is to drive and fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $340 - $700.

How far is it from Alpena to Thunder Bay?

The distance between Alpena and Thunder Bay is 681 km. The road distance is 945.7 km.

How long does it take to get from Alpena to Thunder Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Alpena to Thunder Bay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Alpena to Thunder Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Alpena to Thunder Bay is 946 km. It takes approximately 11h 37m to drive from Alpena to Thunder Bay.

Where can I stay near Thunder Bay?

There are 35+ hotels available in Thunder Bay.

Alpena to Thunder Bay - 3 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Alpena to Thunder Bay by car, plane, or bus

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Alpena to Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM)car
2. Fly from Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)plane YAM - YQT
4h 18m
$342–661
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alpena to St. Ignacebus
2. Drive from St. Ignace to Sault Ste Mariecar
3. Take the bus from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Baybus
13h 52m
$102–239
Drive 945.7 km
1. Drive from Alpena to Thunder Baycar 945.7 km
11h 37m
$191–275

Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) flights

12Weekly Planes

1h 16mAverage Duration

$810Cheapest Price

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Distance: 680.9 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Alpena, MI, USA and Thunder Bay, ON, Canada?

There is no direct connection from Alpena to Thunder Bay. However, you can drive to Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) airport then fly to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT). Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alpena to Thunder Bay via Alpena, St. Ignace, and Sault Ste Marie in around 13h 52m.

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