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Jackson to Detroit Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Jackson to Detroit?
There are usually 3 daily train trips from Jackson to Detroit.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 96.68 | Avg. PriceRON 130.98 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration2h 33m | Duration1h 40m |
Coach from Jackson to Detroit: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Jackson to Detroit. Traveling by coach from Jackson to Detroit usually takes around 2 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 70 mi (112 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 5m |
| Cheapest price | RON 70.45 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Jackson to Detroit?
Bus tickets for a trip from Jackson to Detroit cost RON 80.86 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Jackson to Detroit by month
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 29 days in advance to save RON 22.48 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Jackson to Detroit?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Jackson to Detroit that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Indian Trails usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 2h 5m | RON 86.54 |
| Indian Trails | 2 | 3h 8m | RON 103.69 |
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 1 bus trips from Jackson to Detroit every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Detroit usually start from RON 70.
Book Indian Trails from Jackson to Detroit from RON 79. There are 2 Indian Trails schedules from Jackson to Detroit and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Detroit. In Jackson, Indian Trails departs to Detroit from JATA Transfer Ctr and no other station. In Detroit, Indian Trails arrives at Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St and no other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from Jackson to Detroit takes 3 hours and 8 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Detroit in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Detroit.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Jackson to Detroit
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 70 miles from Jackson to Detroit. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 5 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.
Because many passengers travel from Jackson to Detroit at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from Jackson to Detroit, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Jackson to Detroit. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Jackson, MI to Detroit, MI; ticket prices start at RON 48.50.
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 Jackson?
Main departure station: JATA Transfer Ctr
Most coaches depart from the main station in Jackson.
All coach stations in Jackson:
JATA Transfer Ctr
Where does the coach arrive in Detroit?
Image credit: Dane
Link to image attributionMain arrival 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.
Coach stations in Detroit:
Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
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