Air
- Companies: Delta Airlines, American Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 5 hours 45 minutes (including layovers)
- Distance: 850 miles
- Costs: €250 - €350 (depending on the season and advance booking)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Use a flight aggregator like Skyscanner to compare rates and book your tickets in advance for the best prices.
To maximize your efficiency while traveling from Charlevoix to Bridgeport, consider booking a connecting flight from Traverse City (TVC) to a major city such as Detroit or Chicago before heading to Connecticut. This will dramatically cut down your travel time as some flights go directly to airports closer to Bridgeport.
Road
- Companies: Budget Car Rental, Avis
- Duration: Approximately 13 hours (non-stop driving)
- Distance: 750 miles
- Costs: €80 (rental costs/day), plus fuel (€120 - €160 estimated for the trip), tolls (€30 approx.)
- Roads/Routes: US-31 S, I-69 E, I-80 E
Pro Tip: Plan your driving route with strategic rest stops to break up the journey. Utilize apps like Waze for real-time traffic updates and road conditions.
If you enjoy scenic drives, consider stopping at various lakes and parks along the US-31 route for a more pleasant journey. Places like the Indiana Dunes National Park are great for short breaks and scenic views.
Train
- Companies: Amtrak
- Duration: Approximately 21 hours (with transfer times)
- Distance: 750 miles
- Costs: €130 - €200 (varying with classes and advance booking)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book a sleeper car for overnight journeys to maximize comfort and sleep while travelling.
The train journey will take longer but can be a more relaxing way to travel, allowing you to enjoy the landscape. Make sure to check the Amtrak schedule for the best connections between stations to minimize waiting times.