What is the cheapest way to get from Dearborn to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Dearborn to Traverse City is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dearborn to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Dearborn to Traverse City is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Dearborn and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Dearborn to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Michigan & Bingham and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Detroit, MI and Grand Rapids, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

How far is it from Dearborn to Traverse City?

The distance between Dearborn and Traverse City is 233 miles. The road distance is 245.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dearborn to Traverse City without a car?

The best way to get from Dearborn to Traverse City without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 58m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Dearborn to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Dearborn to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dearborn to Traverse City bus from?

Dearborn to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Detroit, MI station.

Where does the Dearborn to Traverse City bus arrive?

Dearborn to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Grand Rapids, MI station.

Can I drive from Dearborn to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Dearborn to Traverse City is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Dearborn to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 518+ hotels available in Traverse City.

Dearborn to Traverse City - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 14 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Dearborn to Traverse City by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Traverse City, line 14 bus
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Traverse City (TVC)plane DTW - TVC
2. Take the bus from Cherry Capital Airport to Hall St. Transfer Station - Route 14bus
4h 59m
$40–275
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dearborn to Kalamazootrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse City, MIbus 1484
9h 58m
$67–137
Drive 244.5 mi
1. Drive from Dearborn to Traverse Citycar 244.5 mi
4h 35m
$45–65
Fly to Pellston, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Pellston (PLN)plane DTW - PLN
2. Take the bus from Pellston, MI to Traverse City, MIbus
6h 22m
$64–326
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MIbus 1483
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse City, MIbus 1484
10h 57m
$56–112
Bus via Lansing
1. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to East Lansing, MIbus
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MIbus
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse City, MIbus
11h 27m
$48–117

Detroit (DTW) to Traverse City (TVC) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 231.7 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Dearborn, MI, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Michigan & Bingham to Traverse City, MI via Lafayette & Sixth, Detroit, MI, and Grand Rapids, MI in around 10h 57m.

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