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

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Tawas City is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Tawas City is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Tawas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Tawas City. However, there are services departing from Traverse City, MI and arriving at Tawas City, MI via Mackinaw. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Traverse City to Tawas City?

The distance between Traverse City and Tawas City is 263 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Traverse City to Tawas City without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $45 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Traverse City to Tawas City, including transfers.

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

Traverse City to Tawas City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City, MI station.

Where does the Traverse City to Tawas City bus arrive?

Traverse City to Tawas City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Mackinaw City station.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Tawas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Tawas City is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Traverse City to Tawas City.

Where can I stay near Tawas City?

There are 40+ hotels available in Tawas City.

Traverse City to Tawas City - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Traverse City to Tawas City by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Mackinaw Citybus 1484
2. Take the bus from Mackinaw to Tawas City, MIbus 1485
8h
$45–87
Drive 129.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Traverse City to Tawas Citycar 129.1 mi
2h 40m
$24–34

Traverse City to Tawas City by bus

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Distance: 261.7 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a bus from Traverse City, MI to Tawas City, MI via Mackinaw in around 8h.

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