What is the cheapest way to get from Bay City to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Bay City to Traverse City is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bay City to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Bay City to Traverse City is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bay City and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Bay City to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Bay City, MI and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Mackinaw City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Bay City to Traverse City?

The distance between Bay City and Traverse City is 332 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bay City to Traverse City without a car?

The best way to get from Bay City to Traverse City without a car is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Bay City to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Bay City to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bay City to Traverse City bus from?

Bay City to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Bay City, MI station.

Bus or fly from Bay City to Traverse City?

The best way to get from Bay City to Traverse City is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70 - $350 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Bay City to Traverse City bus arrive?

Bay City to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Mackinaw station.

Can I drive from Bay City to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Bay City to Traverse City is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Bay City to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 591+ hotels available in Traverse City.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bay City to Traverse City by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bay City, MI to Mackinawbus 1485
2. Take the bus from Mackinaw City to Traverse City, MIbus 1484
9h 20m
$56–106
Drive 141.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bay City to Traverse Citycar 141.1 mi
2h 42m
$26–38
Fly
1. Fly from Mbs International Airport (MBS) to Traverse City (TVC)plane MBS - TVC
6h 28m
$73–342

Bay City to Traverse City by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 20mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.2 mi
Duration: 9h 20m

What companies run services between Bay City, MI, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Bay City, MI to Traverse City, MI via Mackinaw City in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, United Airlines and Delta fly from Mbs International Airport (MBS) to Traverse City (TVC) 4 times a day.

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