Air Travel
- Companies: Delta Airlines, WestJet, Air Canada
- Duration: Approximately 12 hours (with layovers)
- Distance: 2,500 miles (4,023 kilometers)
- Costs: Approximately €600 - €900 (depending on booking time and availability)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book a flight that has a long layover in Toronto, as it could offer a chance to explore the city briefly.
The best option is to fly from Bellingham International Airport (BLI) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and then take a domestic flight to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) followed by a rental car or bus to Manitouwadge.
Land Travel (Combination of Train and Bus)
- Companies: Amtrak (for train from Bellingham to Seattle), Greyhound (for bus to Thunder Bay)
- Duration: Approximately 30 hours
- Distance: 1,800 miles (2,897 kilometers)
- Costs: Approximately €300 - €450 (including train and bus tickets)
- Roads/Routes: I-5 South to Seattle and onward to Canadian Trans-Canada Highway to Thunder Bay.
Pro Tip: Consider traveling overnight on Greyhound for a cost-effective solution while also maximizing your time in transit.
Although longer, this option allows you to enjoy scenic views, especially along the coast towards Seattle and the countryside towards Thunder Bay.
Car Travel
- Companies: Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz
- Duration: Approximately 36 hours (non-stop driving)
- Distance: 2,200 miles (3,540 kilometers)
- Costs: Approximately €250 (fuel), plus rental car fees which can vary from €50-€100 per day.
- Roads/Routes: I-5 North to Canada Highway 99, then the Trans-Canada Highway (ON-17).
Pro Tip: Download offline maps before your journey in case you go through areas with poor signal coverage.
This road trip provides flexibility and allows stops at various interesting destinations along the way, including national parks and scenic spots.