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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

West Branch travel guide

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You're Going to Love West Branch

With a population of 2,139, West Branch is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in West Branch to see all of its attractions.

When to visit West Branch

West Branch in October
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
West Branch in October
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to West Branch in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in West Branch, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.

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How to Get to West Branch

Plane

Although West Branch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 52 miles from West Branch. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to West Branch departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 17m.

Car

Another option to get to West Branch is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 147 miles from West Branch. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

Although West Branch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 52 miles from West Branch. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to West Branch departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 17m.

Car

Another option to get to West Branch is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 147 miles from West Branch. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near West Branch

TVCTraverse City Cherry Capital
FNTFlint Bishop
MBSBay City MBS Intl

Airlines serving West Branch

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of West Branch

Most booked hotels in West Branch

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Clear Lake Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 43 reviews)
$113+
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Super 8 by Wyndham West Branch
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 532 reviews)
$90+
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Lumber Jack Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 6 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in West Branch

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in West Branch (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in West Branch (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.

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