What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City, MI and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City, MI to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Traverse City, MI and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Greyhound Grand Rapids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Traverse City, MI to Detroit?

The distance between Traverse City, MI and Detroit is 241 miles. The road distance is 245 miles.

How do I travel from Traverse City, MI to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit without a car is to bus via Grand Rapids which takes 9h 30m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traverse City, MI to Detroit bus from?

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

Where does the Traverse City, MI to Detroit bus arrive?

Traverse City, MI to Detroit bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Grand Rapids station.

Can I drive from Traverse City, MI to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City, MI to Detroit is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Traverse City, MI to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 512+ hotels available in Detroit.

Traverse City, MI to Detroit - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 14 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Traverse City, MI to Detroit by bus, plane, car, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Line 14 bus to Traverse City, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Hall St. Transfer Station - Route 14 to Cherry Capital Airportbus
2. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Detroit (DTW)plane TVC - DTW
4h 45m
$60–405
Drive 243.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Traverse City, MI to Detroitcar 243.6 mi
4h 39m
$45–65
Bus via Grand Rapids
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Grand Rapidsbus 1484
2. Take the bus from Greyhound Grand Rapids to Detroit Bus Stationbus 1483
9h 30m
$55–102
Bus to Pellston, fly
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Pellstonbus
2. Fly from Pellston (PLN) to Detroit (DTW)plane PLN - DTW
5h 58m
$85–454
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Traverse City, MI to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Detroit (DTW)plane LAN - DTW
5h 37m
$93–597
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus 1484
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
9h 35m
$52–99
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus 1484
2. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Detroittrain Wolverine
9h 42m
$68–144

Traverse City, MI to Detroit by bus

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Distance: 239.9 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Traverse City, MI to Detroit Bus Station via Grand Rapids and Greyhound Grand Rapids in around 9h 30m.

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