What is the cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan?

The cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan is to bus which costs $95 - $220 and takes 21h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan?

The fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs $430 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Thunder Bay and Michigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Thunder Bay to Michigan. However, there are services departing from Thunder Bay and arriving at Detroit Greyhound via Sault Ste. Marie, MI and St. Ignace. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 14m.

How far is it from Thunder Bay to Michigan?

The distance between Thunder Bay and Michigan is 534 miles. The road distance is 780.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thunder Bay to Michigan bus from?

Thunder Bay to Michigan bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, depart from Thunder Bay station.

Bus or fly from Thunder Bay to Michigan?

The best way to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs $430 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 21h 14m.

Where does the Thunder Bay to Michigan bus arrive?

Thunder Bay to Michigan bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, arrive at Sault Ste Marie station.

Can I drive from Thunder Bay to Michigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Thunder Bay to Michigan is 780 miles. It takes approximately 14h 31m to drive from Thunder Bay to Michigan.

Where can I stay near Michigan?

There are 510+ hotels available in Michigan.

Thunder Bay to Michigan - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Thunder Bay to Michigan by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Detroit
best
1. Fly from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Detroit (DTW)plane YQT - DTW
5h 6m
$434–1,208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thunder Bay to Sault Ste Mariebus
2. Take the bus from Sault Ste. Marie, MI to St. Ignace Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Detroit Greyhoundbus
21h 14m
$100–219
Drive 775.7 mi
1. Drive from Thunder Bay to Detroitcar 775.7 mi
14h 31m
$178–257
Fly to Windsor Airport
1. Fly from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Windsor Airport (YQG)plane YQT - YQG
5h 16m
$312–707

Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Detroit (DTW) flights

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Distance: 530.6 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Thunder Bay, ON, Canada and Michigan, USA?

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Detroit (DTW) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thunder Bay to Detroit Greyhound via Sault Ste Marie, Sault Ste. Marie, MI, and St. Ignace in around 21h 14m.

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