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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Detroit to Houghton Lake. Traveling by coach from Detroit to Houghton Lake usually takes around 7 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 162 mi (261 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £33.82 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from Detroit to Houghton Lake?
£34.09 is the average price of a bus ticket from Detroit to Houghton Lake. Any tickets cheaper than £34.09 can be considered a great deal. 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
What coach companies travel from Detroit to Houghton Lake?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Detroit to Houghton Lake. Indian Trails connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails | 3 | 7h 31m | £34.14 |
Book Indian Trails from Detroit to Houghton Lake from £34. There are 3 Indian Trails schedules from Detroit to Houghton Lake and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Houghton Lake. In Detroit, Indian Trails departs to Houghton Lake from Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St and no other station. In Houghton Lake, Indian Trails arrives at B&B Market gas station and no other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from Detroit to Houghton Lake takes 7 hours and 31 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Houghton Lake in 6 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Houghton Lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 162 miles from Detroit to Houghton Lake. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Houghton Lake, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 10:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Detroit to Houghton Lake, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Detroit to Houghton Lake every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Detroit to Houghton Lake; ticket prices start at £53.95.
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 coach leave from in Detroit?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 coach stations in Detroit:
Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
Where does the coach arrive in Houghton Lake?
Main arrival station: B&B Market gas station
All coaches from Detroit arrive at one main station in Houghton Lake.
Coach stations in Houghton Lake:
B&B Market gas station
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