Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lake Orion travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake Orion

With a population of 3,051, Lake Orion is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lake Orion has to offer.

Where to Eat in Lake Orion

If you’re looking for affordable options, Buffalo Wild Wings - Lake Orion (770 N Lapeer Rd) and Fork n' Pint - Lake Orion (51 N Broadway St) are great picks.

When to visit Lake Orion

Lake Orion in March
Estimated hotel price
$65
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Orion in March
Estimated hotel price
$65
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lake Orion

Plane

Although Lake Orion doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Flint Bishop (FNT), which is located 46 km from Lake Orion. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Orion departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Orion. The train journey from Lake Orion to Kalamazoo takes 3h 14m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Orion is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 52 km from Lake Orion. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Orion, including Greyhound, Tornado Bus and Trailways. From Toronto, the bus ride to Lake Orion takes 507 km and will cost you around $32. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $67 for a journey of 716 km.

Plane

Although Lake Orion doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Flint Bishop (FNT), which is located 46 km from Lake Orion. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Orion departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Orion. The train journey from Lake Orion to Kalamazoo takes 3h 14m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Orion is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 52 km from Lake Orion. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Orion, including Greyhound, Tornado Bus and Trailways. From Toronto, the bus ride to Lake Orion takes 507 km and will cost you around $32. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $67 for a journey of 716 km.

Airports near Lake Orion

LANLansing Capital City
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Lake Orion

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,851 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,703 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,221 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,566 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,263 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,070 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,980 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,855 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Orion

Most booked hotels in Lake Orion

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Royal Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 145 reviews)
$270+
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The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a Doubletree by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 335 reviews)
$156+
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Troy Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1152 reviews)
$96+
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Wingate by Wyndham Troy
2 stars
Good (7, 662 reviews)
$67+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rochester Hills MI
3 stars
Good (6.1, 848 reviews)
$67+
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Red Roof Inn & Suites Lake Orion / Auburn Hills
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 358 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Lake Orion

Renting a car in Lake Orion costs $77 per day, on average, or $308 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lake Orion (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lake Orion, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lake Orion costs $77 per day, on average, or $308 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lake Orion (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lake Orion, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

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