What is the cheapest way to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh is to ferry and bus which costs $130 - $230 and takes 18h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh?

The fastest way to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh is to ferry and fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $150 - $550.

How far is it from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh?

The distance between Mackinac Island and Pittsburgh is 471 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh without a car is to ferry and bus via Lansing which takes 17h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh?

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Pittsburgh?

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Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh by ferry, plane, bus, or train

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Ferry to Pellston, fly
best
1. Take the ferry from Mackinac Island to Mackinaw Cityferry
2. Fly from Pellston (PLN) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane PLN - PIT
7h 52m
$150–528
Ferry, bus to Chippewa County International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Mackinac Island to St Ignaceferry
2. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Kinrossbus
3. Fly from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane CIU - PIT
9h 21m
$112–501
Ferry, bus via Lansing
1. Take the ferry from Mackinac Island to St Ignaceferry
2. Take the bus from St. Ignace to East Lansingbus
3. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus
4. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
17h 30m
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Mackinac Island to St Ignaceferry
2. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Bay Citybus
3. Take the bus from Bay City to Detroitbus
4. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
18h 15m
$136–223
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Mackinac Island to St Ignaceferry
2. Take the bus from St. Ignace to East Lansingbus
3. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus
4. Take the train from Toledo to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
18h 36m

Pellston (PLN) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) flights

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Distance: 468 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Mackinac Island, MI, USA and Pittsburgh, PA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh. However, you can take the ferry to Mackinaw City, take the taxi to Pellston (PLN) airport, fly to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), walk to Pittsburgh International Airport, then take the bus to Seventh Ave + William Penn Pl. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Mackinac Island to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station via St Ignace, St. Ignace, East Lansing, East Lansing Amtrak Station, and Toledo Bus Stop in around 17h 30m.

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