What is the cheapest way to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake?

The fastest way to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake?

The distance between Sterling Heights and Houghton Lake is 185 miles. The road distance is 178.1 miles.

How do I travel from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 22m and costs $130 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake, including transfers.

Can I drive from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake is 178 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake.

Where can I stay near Houghton Lake?

There are 77+ hotels available in Houghton Lake.

Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake - 2 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Pontiac Amtrak to Pinconningbus 1485
2. Take the taxi from Pinconning to Houghton Laketaxi
4h 22m
$136–185
Drive 177 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lakecar 177 mi
2h 54m
$33–47

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Distance: 184.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Sterling Heights, MI, USA and Houghton Lake, MI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake. However, you can take the taxi to Pontiac Amtrak, take the bus to Pinconning, then take the taxi to Houghton Lake. Alternatively, you can drive from Sterling Heights to Houghton Lake in around 2h 54m.

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