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

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

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

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

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

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

How far is it from Traverse City to Bay City?

The distance between Traverse City and Bay City is 130 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Traverse City to Bay City without a car is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Traverse City to Bay City, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Traverse City to Bay City?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Bay City is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $80 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Traverse City to Bay City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Traverse City to Bay City?

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

Where can I stay near Bay City?

There are 39+ hotels available in Bay City.

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)plane TVC - MBS
3h 50m
$82–355
Drive 141.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Traverse City to Bay Citycar 141.1 mi
2h 42m
$26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Mackinaw Citybus 1484
2. Take the bus from Mackinaw to Bay City, MIbus 1485
9h 20m
$53–107

Traverse City to Bay City by bus

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9h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

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

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