Bus from Detroit, MI to Traverse City: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Detroit to Traverse City on November 29
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Indian TrailsBus
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Indian TrailsBus
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Get from Detroit to Traverse City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8h 50mAverage Duration
342 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Traverse City by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Traverse City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Traverse City start from $85. The average price for this route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Traverse City?

    The average bus travel time from Detroit to Traverse City is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 342 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Indian Trails.

  3. Which bus companies service the Detroit to Traverse City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Traverse City?

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Traverse City at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Traverse City?

    A bus trip from Detroit to Traverse City generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$99
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$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Traverse City was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $81

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Traverse City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $81 to $99 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Traverse City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-04.

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