Newberry, MI is a small town in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Despite its size, the town offers a variety of transportation options for those living in or visiting the area. For those looking to travel by car, the town has easy access to US-2 and M-123, offering quick and convenient access to nearby cities. Additionally, the Newberry Transit System provides public bus service throughout the city and surrounding areas. The transit system operates on weekdays until 5pm and offers reduced fares for seniors and disabled individuals. For visitors seeking air travel, two nearby airports—the Chippewa County International Airport in Sault Ste Marie and Pellston Regional Airport in Pellston—provide regular flights to major cities around the country. Finally, Amtrak's Empire Builder line passes through Newberry twice daily providing railway transport to destinations along its route. With its convenient location and varied transportation options, Newberry is an ideal destination for anyone looking to explore Northern Michigan.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Newberry takes 13.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Newberry get to work:
- 70.9% drive their own car alone
- 16.0% carpool with others
- 2.7% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit