4.0
Pros: The bus was a little bit late. Cons: Time of arrival of the bus.
5.0
Comfy seats, excellent wifi, bus arrived on time
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There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Detroit to Kalamazoo. Traveling by coach from Detroit to Kalamazoo usually takes around 3 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Miller Transportation coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Distance | 130 mi (209 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 15m |
Cheapest price | US$25.49 |
Trips per day | 5 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Coach lines | 3 |
Overall score for coaches from Detroit to Kalamazoo
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: The bus was a little bit late. Cons: Time of arrival of the bus.
5.0
Comfy seats, excellent wifi, bus arrived on time
US$25.49 is the average price of a bus ticket from Detroit to Kalamazoo. 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.
Bus tickets from Detroit to Kalamazoo are expected to cost between US$27 and US$32 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Kalamazoo within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from US$28. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 27 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save US$13.04 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
There are 3 bus lines from Detroit to Kalamazoo available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 4 | 3h 35m | US$28.26 |
Indian Trails | 1 | 5h 55m | US$41.00 |
Miller Transportation | 2 | 2h 36m | US$36.51 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Detroit to Kalamazoo every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Kalamazoo usually start from US$25.
Book Indian Trails from Detroit to Kalamazoo from US$41. There are 1 Indian Trails schedules from Detroit to Kalamazoo and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Kalamazoo. In Detroit, Indian Trails departs to Kalamazoo from Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St and no other station. In Kalamazoo, Indian Trails arrives at 459 North Burdick Street and no other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from Detroit to Kalamazoo takes 5 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Kalamazoo in 2 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Kalamazoo.
Book Miller Transportation from Detroit to Kalamazoo from US$29. There are 2 Miller Transportation schedules from Detroit to Kalamazoo and you can expect on average to pay for a Miller Transportation ticket to Kalamazoo. In Detroit, Miller Transportation departs to Kalamazoo from Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St and 1 other station. In Kalamazoo, Miller Transportation arrives at 459 North Burdick Street and no other station.
An average trip on Miller Transportation from Detroit to Kalamazoo takes 2 hours and 36 minutes , while the fastest available Miller Transportation trip will get you to Kalamazoo in 2 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Miller Transportation offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Kalamazoo.
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 130 miles from Detroit to Kalamazoo. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Detroit to Kalamazoo for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 09:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Detroit to Kalamazoo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Detroit to Kalamazoo every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Detroit to Kalamazoo; ticket prices start at US$23.00.
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.
Image credit: Michigan Municipal League
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Link to image attributionAs an eclectic college town in Michigan, Kalamazoo is a vibrant city full of attractions and fun things to do. When visiting the town, don't miss the famous Kalamazoo Valley Museum, where you'll find history, technology, and science exhibitions. The star of the museum is a 2300-year-old mummy, along with other artifacts from ancient Egypt. Another great destination is the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, which features exhibitions of local up-and-rising artists. With its rolling hills and lush landscape, Kalamazoo Nature Center is an excellent choice for a nature walk or even a ride if you bring your bike on the bus or train.
Once you've worked up an appetite, prepare to enjoy Kalamazoo's dining scene. True to its name, Rustica boasts a homely vibe with its fantastic selection of cured meats and homemade cheese and an impressive selection of European wines. In addition, Principle Food and Drink's comfort food and creative cocktails are delicious options right in downtown.
Kalamazoo is a stop on Amtrak's Blue Water and Wolverine lines and is also connected via bus service to cities including Indianapolis, Chicago, Ann Arbor, and Milwaukee. Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport offers daily flights in and out of the area.
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Link to image attributionLocated 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.
Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
11 W Baltimore Ave
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Link to image attributionThe Kalamazoo Transportation Center on North Burdick Street includes several modern facilities surrounding the historic 1887 Romanesque train station. The central train station's Art Deco lobby maintains rich wood furnishings and cathedral ceilings for a vintage atmosphere, while it is still an active station for Amtrak's Blue Water and Wolverine lines. Facilities include restrooms, vending machines, and a snack shop. Outside, arched covered walkways serve as boarding areas for local transit, Greyhound, FlixBus, Miller Transportation, Trailways, and Indian Trails. The transportation center is only a few blocks north of Kalamazoo's Central Business District, and a handful of restaurants and bars are within a short walk.
459 North Burdick Street
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