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Detroit - Mt. Pleasant Bus Schedule

Bus
Indian Trails
  1. Mon,
  2. Tue
10:00 AM
DetroitBus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
5:55 PM
Mt. PleasantCentral Michigan University Event Center
from US$34.00
Bus
Indian Trails
  1. Mon
12:40 PM
DetroitBus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
5:55 PM
Mt. PleasantCentral Michigan University Event Center
from US$35.00
Bus
Indian Trails
  1. Tue
12:40 PM
DetroitBus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
5:55 PM
Mt. PleasantCentral Michigan University Event Center
from US$35.00
Bus
Indian Trails
  1. Mon,
  2. Tue
12:45 PM
DetroitBus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
5:55 PM
Mt. PleasantCentral Michigan University Event Center
from US$34.00

Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant. Traveling by bus from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant usually takes around 6 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance123 mi (199 km)
Shortest duration5h 10m
Cheapest priceUS$34.00
Most frequent serviceIndian Trails
Bus lines1

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Wayne

November 1, 2023- Solo travel

Indian Trails

My wife felt safe and very relaxed on this bus more so than the previous bus driven by greyhound

How much is a bus ticket from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant?

US$34.33 is the average price of a bus ticket from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in April. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just US$29 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to US$34 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

What bus companies travel from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant. Indian Trails connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Indian Trails36h 5mUS$34.35
  • Book Indian Trails from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant from US$34. There are 3 Indian Trails schedules from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Mt. Pleasant. In Detroit, Indian Trails departs to Mt. Pleasant from Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St and no other station. In Mt. Pleasant, Indian Trails arrives at Central Michigan University Event Center and no other station.

    An average trip on Indian Trails from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant takes 6 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Mt. Pleasant in 5 hours and 10 minutes .

    On weekends, Indian Trails offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Mt. Pleasant.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 199 kilometers from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."

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 Mt. Pleasant, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Detroit to Mt. Pleasant; ticket prices start at US$50.00.

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

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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 Mt. Pleasant?

Main arrival station: Central Michigan University Event Center

All buses from Detroit arrive at one main station in Mt. Pleasant.

Bus stations in Mt. Pleasant:

  • Central Michigan University Event Center

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