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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 | Mackinaw City | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mackinaw City | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mackinaw City | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mackinaw City | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mackinaw City | Detroit Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Mackinaw City to Detroit
The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mackinaw City 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 Mackinaw City to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mackinaw City to Detroit start from $62. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Mackinaw City to Detroit?
The average bus trip duration from Mackinaw City to Detroit is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 252 miles (407 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Indian Trails.
Which bus companies service the Mackinaw City to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Indian Trails, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mackinaw City to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Mackinaw City to Detroit at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mackinaw City to Detroit?
A bus trip from Mackinaw City to Detroit generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mackinaw City to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mackinaw City to Detroit?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Indian Trails has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Mackinaw City to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mackinaw City to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Mackinaw City to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $158To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mackinaw City to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $158 to $184 for a bus ticket from Mackinaw City to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-12-01.
