What is the cheapest way to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City?

The cheapest way to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City?

The fastest way to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City is to drive which takes 7h 21m and costs $65 - $100.

How far is it from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City?

The distance between Apostle Islands and Mackinaw City is 473 miles. The road distance is 375.9 miles.

How do I travel from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City without a car?

The best way to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 13h 19m and costs $150 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City?

It takes approximately 13h 19m to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Apostle Islands and Mackinaw City?

Mackinaw City is 1h ahead of Apostle Islands. It is currently 10:17 AM in Apostle Islands and 11:17 AM in Mackinaw City.

Can I drive from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City?

Yes, the driving distance between Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City is 376 miles. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City.

Where can I stay near Mackinaw City?

There are 67+ hotels available in Mackinaw City.

Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City by car ferry, bus, or car

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Car ferry, bus
best
1. Take the car ferry from Madeline Island Ferry Terminal to Bayfield, WIcarferry
2. Take the bus from Ashland to Ironwoodbus
3. Take the bus from Ironwood to St. Ignace Transportation Centerbus
13h 19m
$150–236
Drive 373.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Pointe to Mackinaw Citycar 373.7 mi
7h 21m
$69–99
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Madeline Island Ferry Terminal to Bayfield, WIcarferry
2. Drive from Bayfield, WI to Mackinaw Citycar
7h 29m
$74–110

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Map of how to get from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City.

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Distance: 470.2 mi
Duration: 13h 19m

What companies run services between Apostle Islands, WI, USA and Mackinaw City, MI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Apostle Islands to Mackinaw City. However, you can take the car ferry to Bayfield, WI, take the taxi to Ashland, take the bus to Ironwood, take the bus to St. Ignace Transportation Center, then take the line 1485 bus to Mackinaw. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Madeline Island Ferry Terminal to Mackinaw City via Bayfield, WI in around 7h 29m.

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