Air and Road Journey
- Transport Mode: Combination of air travel and car rental
- Companies: Delta Airlines for air travel, Enterprise Rent-A-Car for car rental
- Duration: Approximately 6 hours (2 hours of flight + 4 hours of driving)
- Distance: Approximately 850 miles (flight distance around 600 miles, driving distance around 250 miles)
- Costs:
- Flight: Approx. £150 (economy class, round trip)
- Car rental: Approx. £80 per day
- Fuel: Approx. £40 for the driving distance
- Total Estimate: £270
- Roads/Routes: Major routes include I-40 W for about 75 miles from Durham to Charlotte, then connecting to I-85 N before transitioning to US-2 W through Michigan.
Pro Tip: Consider booking a one-way flight to Minneapolis and then driving to Ishpeming, as it can save time and provide an opportunity to explore more of the scenic routes through northern Michigan.
This journey provides a unique combination of air and scenic road travel, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds. Start your trip in Durham, flying to Delta's connecting hub, then take an exhilarating drive through Michigan’s beautiful landscapes to reach Ishpeming.