Western u.p. transit

Transit is a great way to get around the Western U.P. Below is information about fares, hours/days of operation, routes, and more.

View your transportation options by Location or by Type below, then choose a provider to see more information.

All hours of operation are listed by the provider’s local time.

Check out our Western U.P. System Map for a full view of providers.

Providers by location

Providers by type

+ Non-emergency Medical Transportation

A variety of types of providers transport passengers to local or distant medical facilities. Most, but not all, providers only transport “ambulatory” patients those without disabilities and who do not require special medical care en-route. Some do not offer regular trips for chronic conditions, and none offer transportation for emergencies.

+ Intercity Bus Service

A regional intercity provider of bus service, Indian Trails provides limited service between cities in the Western Upper Peninsula. Indian Trails runs two daily routes in the region.

+ Taxi/Rideshare Services

Taxi companies offer demand-response services but often at a higher price and without as many discounts as public transit agencies. In return for added costs, response times are often quicker than for public transit. Service areas are also much larger. Most taxi/cab companies in the region are willing to make long distance trips to any location, meaning that in some areas they are the only transportation option.

+ Major Transit Providers

These public transit and nonprofit providers serve the broadest population and are probably most familiar. They offer different services including: Demand-Response, Flex Route, and Fixed Route.

+ Veterans Transportation Network

These providers exclusively transport war veterans to the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain for non-emergency medical care.

+ Shelter Homes

All of the area domestic violence shelters will assist those needing shelter in reaching the facility, either through their own drivers or vouchers for transit providers.

 

Learn more about the history of transit in the Western u.p.