GETTING AROUND IN EMMET COUNTY

Emmet County does not currently operate its own public transportation. The following are available options for those needing transportation in and around Emmet County. Information on other transportation options not listed on this page can be emailed to [email protected] for possible inclusion.

STRAITS REGIONAL RIDE (SRR)

    Visit the SRR website
To schedule a ride or get more info:
     (866) 731-1204
Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (except some holidays)

The County of Emmet has contracted with SRR, a Cheboygan County transit operation, for nearly two decades. In late 2018, Emmet County Board of Commissioners entered into another contract with SRR for an expansion of service with three additional buses operating in the county. The expansion bus service, known as EMGO, launched on January 2, 2019, and operated for two full years when the Board declined to renew the EMGO contract due to budget constraints amidst the COVID pandemic. However, the longstanding SRR contract was renewed with dial-a-ride bus service continuing to be available after EMGO ends. Dispatchers at SRR encourage riders to call 24 hours in advance to schedule a ride, especially with restrictions on capacity during the COVID pandemic.

FRIENDSHIP CENTERS OF EMMET COUNTY

    Visit the Friendship Center website
To schedule a ride or get more info:
     (231) 348-3425

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (except some holidays)

The Friendship Centers of Emmet County offers transportation for Emmet County seniors and disabled, as well as many other services to assist the elderly community.

OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

According to available public information, the following companies provide transportation in various ways in Emmet County including by taxi, shuttle, ferry, plane, and/or company vehicles. This list is provided for informational purposes only and not intended as an endorsement by Emmet County government.

     • UP NORTH RIDES

Up North Rides is a luxury, full-service transportation company offering pickup at any location and transport to any desired destination. Short rides, long rides, wineries, breweries, events, airports, and more. Visit the Up North Rides website for more information or call (231) 350-1248 to schedule a ride.

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     • LITTLE TRAVERSE TOURS and TAXI

Little Traverse Tours and Taxi offers taxi service to grocery stores, restaurants, appointments, surrounding airports, and other locations. Also available are customized tours based on your desires and interests. Call (231) 375-4508 or send email for details.

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     • GRIFFIN TRANSIT

Griffin Transit offers service from Petoskey to Mackinaw City, and throughout northwestern Michigan, including airport service to/from Pellston Regional Airport and Traverse City’s Cherry Capital Airport. Visit the Griffin Transit website for more information or call (989) 770-2060 to schedule a ride.

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     • MACKINAW SHUTTLE

Mackinaw Shuttle offers airport shuttle service, private group outings, wedding transportation, and more as well as transportation from the Pellston Regional Airport to Mackinaw City and the Mackinac Island Ferry Docks. Visit the Mackinaw Shuttle website for more information or call (231) 539-7005 to schedule a ride.

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     • PETOSKEY SHUTTLE & TAXI

Petoskey Shuttle & Taxi provides transportation to Pellston, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, and Traverse City airports. Service is also available for dinner outings in the Petoskey area and transporation to Mackinaw City. Call (231) 881-8800 for more info.

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     • AMERICAB

Americab serves the greater Petoskey Area. Airports, casinos, locale service and package delivery. Bike rack available by request. Call (231) 881-8290 for more info.

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     • LITTLE TRAVERSE BAY FERRY CO.

The Little Traverse Bay Ferry Co. connects Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Bay Harbor with passenger ferry services from May to September on Little Traverse Bay. Visit the Little Traverse Bay Ferry Co. website or call (231) 675-5204 for more information.

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     • GREAT LAKES AIR

Great Lakes Air is the gateway to the Great Lakes, Mackinac Island and beyond. Specializing in air taxi, air tours, and charter services, Great Lakes Air has been serving Northern Michigan for over 30 years with safe, comfortable, and convenient air services. Visit the Great Lakes Air website or call (906) 643-7165 for more information.

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     • FRESH AIR AVIATION INC.

For over 14 years, Fresh Air Aviation has been providing safe, affordable, and reliable transportation to Northern Michigan. Fresh Air offers connecting charter flights to your desired destination, including Beaver Island and Mackinac Island. Visit the Fresh Air Aviation website or call (231) 237-9482 for more information.

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