What is the cheapest way to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake is to ferry and bus and taxi which costs $120 - $190 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake?

The fastest way to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake is to ferry and bus and taxi which takes 4h 10m and costs $120 - $190.

How far is it from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake?

The distance between Mackinac Island and Houghton Lake is 133 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake without a car is to ferry and bus and taxi which takes 4h 10m and costs $120 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Houghton Lake?

There are 91+ hotels available in Houghton Lake.

Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake - one way to travel via ferry, bus, and taxi

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There is 1 way to get from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake by ferry, bus, or taxi

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1. Take the ferry from Mackinac Island to Mackinaw Cityferry
2. Take the bus from Mackinaw to Graylingbus
3. Take the taxi from Grayling to Houghton Laketaxi
4h 10m
$127–188

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Distance: 132.3 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

There is no direct connection from Mackinac Island to Houghton Lake. However, you can take the ferry to Mackinaw City, walk to Mackinaw, take the bus to Grayling, then take the taxi to Houghton Lake.

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