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How to get fromIsle Royale National Park to Thunder Bayby ferry or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Isle Royale National Park to Thunder Bay by ferry or car

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  1. Ferry, drive

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Chippewa Harbor to Grand Portageferry ferry Inbound
    2. Drive from Grand Portage to Waterfront Terminalcar car
    7h 45m
    $131–139

  2. Ferry, drive via City Hall Terminal

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Chippewa Harbor to Grand Portageferry ferry Inbound
    2. Drive from Grand Portage to City Hall Terminalcar car
    8h 16m
    $130–137

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  • Distance: 205.8 km
  • Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Isle Royale National Park, MI, USA and Thunder Bay, ON, Canada?

There is no direct connection from Isle Royale National Park to Thunder Bay. However, you can walk to Chippewa Harbor, take the ferry to Grand Portage, drive to Waterfront Terminal, then take the line 1 bus to Simpson & George. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chippewa Harbor to City Hall Terminal via Chippewa Harbor, Grand Portage, City Hall Terminal, and Waterfront Terminal in around 8h 16m.

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