What is the cheapest way to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City is to bus which costs $85 - $170 and takes 13h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City is to car ferry and drive which takes 7h 3m and costs $100 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Manitowoc and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Manitowoc to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Manitowoc, WI and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Escanaba, MI and St. Ignace. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 13m.

How far is it from Manitowoc to Traverse City?

The distance between Manitowoc and Traverse City is 149 miles.

How do I travel from Manitowoc to Traverse City without a car?

The best way to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City without a car is to bus which takes 13h 13m and costs $85 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manitowoc to Traverse City bus from?

Manitowoc to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Manitowoc, WI station.

Where does the Manitowoc to Traverse City bus arrive?

Manitowoc to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Escanaba station.

What is the time difference between Manitowoc and Traverse City?

Traverse City is 1h ahead of Manitowoc. It is currently 1:48 PM in Manitowoc and 2:48 PM in Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 602+ hotels available in Traverse City.

Manitowoc to Traverse City - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Manitowoc to Traverse City by car ferry, car, or bus

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Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Manitowoc to Ludingtoncarferry
2. Drive from Ludington to Traverse Citycar
7h 3m
$100–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manitowoc, WI to Escanababus
2. Take the bus from Escanaba, MI to St. Ignace Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Traverse City, MIbus
13h 13m
$87–164
Car ferry, drive via Interlochen Center for the Arts
1. Take the car ferry from Manitowoc to Ludingtoncarferry
2. Drive from Ludington to Interlochen Center for the Artscar
8h 26m
$102–226

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Manitowoc, WI, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Manitowoc to Traverse City, MI via Manitowoc, WI, Escanaba, MI, and St. Ignace in around 13h 13m.

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