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Petoskey - Detroit Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Petoskey to Detroit. Traveling by bus from Petoskey to Detroit usually takes around 9 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance231 mi (371 km)
Shortest duration8h 10m
Cheapest price$54.00
Most frequent serviceIndian Trails
Bus lines1

How much is a bus ticket from Petoskey to Detroit?

Bus tickets for a trip from Petoskey to Detroit cost $58.00 on average. Tickets cheaper than $58.00 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly average prices

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Bus tickets from Petoskey to Detroit are usually around $51 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.

What bus companies travel from Petoskey to Detroit?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Petoskey to Detroit. 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 Trails39h 42m$58.62
  • Book Indian Trails from Petoskey to Detroit from $54. There are 3 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from Petoskey to Detroit and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Detroit. In Petoskey, Indian Trails departs to Detroit from 1850 Anderson Rd . In Detroit, Indian Trails arrives at Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St .

    An average trip on Indian Trails from Petoskey to Detroit takes 9 hours and 42 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Detroit in 8 hours and 10 minutes .

    On weekends, Indian Trails offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Detroit.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 231 miles from Petoskey to Detroit. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 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.

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Petoskey to Detroit, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Petoskey to Detroit 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 Petoskey to Detroit; ticket prices start at $87.00.

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 Petoskey?

Main departure station: 1850 Anderson Rd

Most buses depart from the main station in Petoskey.

All bus stations in Petoskey:

  • 1850 Anderson Rd

Where does the bus arrive in Detroit?

Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St - DETGLI-0

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Main 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.

All bus stations in Detroit:

  • Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

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