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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Alpena to Battle Creek. Traveling by bus from Alpena to Battle Creek usually takes around 16 hours and 40 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 208 mi (336 km) |
| Shortest duration | 16h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $82.00 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Alpena to Battle Creek?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Alpena to Battle Creek. Indian Trails is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails | 1 | 16h 41m | $82.00 |
Indian Trails was established in 1910 to provide intercity bus service in the Midwest, and today is one of the most essential ground travel operators in the region. Indian Trails’ modern fleet consists of well-maintained buses with near-zero emissions. Passengers are treated to comfortable seats with footrests, free WiFi, USB outlets, and individual air conditioning controls. The carrier operates 1 trips each day from Alpena to Battle Creek, and makes the journey in about 16 hours and 41 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 208 miles from Alpena to Battle Creek. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Alpena to Battle Creek. It leaves the station in Alpena at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Alpena to Battle Creek. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Alpena to Battle Creek; ticket prices start at $84.00.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Alpena?
Main departure station: 1180 Michigan Hwy
Most buses depart from the main station in Alpena.
All bus stations in Alpena:
1180 Michigan Hwy
Where does the bus arrive in Battle Creek?
Main arrival station: 119 McCamly St S
All buses from Alpena arrive at one main station in Battle Creek.
All bus stations in Battle Creek:
119 McCamly St S
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