The cheapest and fastest buses from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 1 buses that leave Detroit, MI for Battle Creek, MI on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:20 PM3h05Detroit, MI3:25 PMBattle Creek, MI$451One-way0 transfers
12:20 PM3h05Detroit, MI3:25 PMBattle Creek, MI$451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $315.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $664 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI costing on average $38 (€31).
A bus is $629 (€516) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI costing on average $664 (€544).
Other travel options to Battle Creek, MI take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
Flight takes on average 7h 48m.
You'll arrive about -2h -5m sooner (2h 50m by bus vs 1h 45m by car) and save roughly $-10.13 (€-8.30) compared to fuel and tolls ($34 (€28) vs $24 (€20)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 PM Detroit, MI | 3h05 | 3:25 PM Battle Creek, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI
Buses from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 18:03. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 6:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MIYou can travel by bus between Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI with Greyhound for as low as $29 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Battle Creek, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI
Most Detroit, MI to Battle Creek, MI buses use the Detroit, Greyhound Terminal to Battle Creek, MI (Bus/Amtrak) station pair. Use this guide to compare Detroit, MI and Battle Creek, MI bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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