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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Bay City, MI (Downtown) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bay City, MI (Downtown) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Washington Ave | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Washington Ave | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Washington Ave | Detroit Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Bay City to Detroit
The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bay City, MI to Detroit, MI by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bay City to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bay City to Detroit start from $35. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bay City to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Bay City to Detroit is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 157 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bay City to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Indian Trails, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bay City to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Bay City to Detroit at 1:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bay City to Detroit?
A bus trip from Bay City to Detroit generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bay City to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Indian Trails, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bay City to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Indian Trails has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bay City to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bay City to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bay City, MI to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bay City, MI to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $33 for a bus ticket from Bay City, MI to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-29.
