background-img-buses-trains
chiku-desktop

Cheap bus tickets from Detroit to Bay City

Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.

chiku-mobile

Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:

Lowest Prices

We partner with the top bus & train carriers to bring you the best deals.

Best Travel Options

We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.

Quick & Easy Booking

Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.

Fast Customer Support

We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.

See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:

Download our free app!

Find, compare & book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.

4.8 Rating

5k Reviews

4.5 Rating

4.8k Reviews

Chiku

Detroit to Bay City Bus Schedule

Find cheap rental carsFind great deals on cheap cars in the area.
RentalCars logotypeRentalCars logotype
from$41.79

Bus from Detroit to Bay City: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Detroit to Bay City. Traveling by bus from Detroit to Bay City usually takes around 4 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance97 mi (156 km)
Shortest duration3h 20m
Cheapest price$30.64
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceIndian Trails
Bus lines1

Price trends for buses from Detroit to Bay City

Monthly avg. prices

$35$28$21$14$7DJFMAMJJASON

What bus companies travel from Detroit to Bay City?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Detroit to Bay City. Indian Trails is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Indian Trails24h 41m$30.64
  • Book Indian Trails from Detroit to Bay City from $31. There are 2 Indian Trails schedules from Detroit to Bay City and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Bay City. In Detroit, Indian Trails departs to Bay City from Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St and no other station. In Bay City, Indian Trails arrives at Central Bus Term - 1124 Washington Ave and no other station.

    An average trip on Indian Trails from Detroit to Bay City takes 4 hours and 41 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Bay City in 3 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, Indian Trails offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Bay City.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Detroit to Bay City

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 156 kilometers from Detroit to Bay City. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 20 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Bay City. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Detroit to Bay City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Detroit to Bay City. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Detroit to Bay City; ticket prices start at $78.00.

City Information

Detroit

Often stigmatized as a dead city, Detroit is making a huge comeback, and it is fast becoming a hidden gem among travelers. Your first stop should be at the Detroit Institute of Art, the city’s foremost cultural destination. Featuring more than 100 galleries with artworks from masters such as Van Gogh or Diego Rivera, the museum offers tourists hours of artistic immersion and enjoyment. For those wishing to learn more about the history of Motown or Black American communities, the city’s Motown Museum and Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will be top-tier destinations. Finally, don’t miss out on the chance to catch a performance at the lavish Fox Theater, a national landmark.

As Detroit is the birthplace of Coney dog, it would be a huge miss if you pass up the chance to try out this masterpiece. One of the locals’ favorite Coney dog establishments is Lafayette Coney Island. Detroit’s craft beer scene is also quite lively, and some famous local brands include Batch Brewing Company and Detroit Beer Co.

The principal bus terminal in the city is on Howard St, where travelers can catch buses run by Greyhound, Indian Trails or Barons Bus. You can also catch Amtrak trains at the train station in New Center, north of downtown Detroit. Detroit is served by Amtrak’s Wolverine line. The city’s main airport is the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which is located in nearby Romulus.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Detroit?

Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St - DETGLI-0

Image credit: Dane

Link to image attribution

Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

Located near hip Corktown, the Detroit Greyhound Bus Station is minutes away from local breweries, diverse restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife. Besides Greyhound, many other bus carriers serve this station, including Indian Trails, Barons Bus Lines, Miller Transportation, and Jefferson Lines. For travelers’ convenience, the station offers massive parking lots, clean restrooms, and lockers to rent. The station is a short walk from several local bus stops, and about a 15 minute walk from the closest light rail station to connect to neighborhoods throughout Detroit.

All bus stations in Detroit:

  • Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

Where does the bus arrive in Bay City?

Main arrival station: Central Bus Term - 1124 Washington Ave

All buses from Detroit arrive at one main station in Bay City.

Bus stations in Bay City:

  • Central Bus Term - 1124 Washington Ave

Get around town with Moovit

Find the best way to get to and from any station in Bay City by public transit, courtesy of Moovit. Search now

Need a return trip from Bay City to Detroit?

Search Bus Tickets

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.