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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Detroit to Jackson. Traveling by bus from Detroit to Jackson usually takes around 2 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
Distance | 70 mi (112 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
Cheapest price | HRK 126.58 |
Trips per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 2 |
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What bus companies travel from Detroit to Jackson?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Detroit to Jackson that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 3 | 2h 0m | HRK 167.43 |
Indian Trails | 2 | 3h 20m | HRK 161.74 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 3 bus trips from Detroit to Jackson every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 0 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Jackson usually start from HRK 162.
Book Indian Trails from Detroit to Jackson from HRK 127. There are 2 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from Detroit to Jackson and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Jackson. In Detroit, Indian Trails departs to Jackson from Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St . In Jackson, Indian Trails arrives at JATA Transfer Ctr .
An average trip on Indian Trails from Detroit to Jackson takes 3 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Jackson in 1 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Jackson.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 70 miles from Detroit to Jackson. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 50 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Jackson. 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Detroit to Jackson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Detroit to Jackson every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Detroit to Jackson without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Detroit, MI to Jackson, MI; ticket prices start at HRK 63.29.
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?
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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 bus stations in Detroit:
Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
Where does the bus arrive in Jackson?
Main arrival station: JATA Transfer Ctr
All buses from Detroit arrive at one main station in Jackson.
All bus stations in Jackson:
JATA Transfer Ctr
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