Apostle Islands to Isle Royale: Road Trip Guide & Distance

111 miles 178.7 km · straight line
138.8 miles estimated 223.4 km · driving distance
2h 48min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
49° NE bearing direction

How far is Apostle Islands from Isle Royale?

The distance from Apostle Islands to Isle Royale is 111 miles (178.7 km) as the crow flies. Isle Royale is located NE of Apostle Islands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.8 miles, taking about 2h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Apostle Islands in Wisconsin and Isle Royale in Michigan.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Apostle Islands and Isle Royale. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Apostle Islands to Isle Royale

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 48min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 22min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 40min $17–$49* Comfort

Quick Facts

Apostle Islands
46.95°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
0m elevation
Isle Royale
48.00°N, 88.90°W
America/Detroit
425m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 224.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients