What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Tawas City?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Tawas City is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to Tawas City?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Tawas City is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Tawas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Tawas City. However, there are services departing from Detroit, MI and arriving at Tawas City, MI via Bay City, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Detroit to Tawas City?

The distance between Detroit and Tawas City is 182 miles. The road distance is 170.9 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit to Tawas City without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit to Tawas City without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Detroit to Tawas City?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Detroit to Tawas City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Tawas City bus from?

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

Where does the Detroit to Tawas City bus arrive?

Detroit to Tawas City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Bay City, MI station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Tawas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Tawas City is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Detroit to Tawas City.

Where can I stay near Tawas City?

There are 34+ hotels available in Tawas City.

Detroit to Tawas City - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Detroit to Tawas City by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Detroit, MI to Bay City, MI1485
2. Take the bus from Bay City, MI to Tawas City, MI1485
5h 40m
$31–69
Drive 169.9 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Tawas City169.9 mi
3h 18m
$31–45
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)DTW - MBS
2. Take the bus from Bay City, MI to Tawas City, MI
5h 32m
$89–342

Detroit to Tawas City by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 40mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Tawas City, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Detroit, MI to Tawas City, MI via Bay City, MI in around 5h 40m.

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