MI → MI · about 125 miles
Grand Rapids to Traverse City bus schedule
Indian Trails runs 7 direct buses a week from Grand Rapids to Traverse City. The fastest takes 4 hours; every bus leaves at 2:50 PM. The standard fare is $31 one way.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 4h 00m
- Leaves at
- 2:50 PM
- Standard fare
- $31
A standard fare is the carrier's published one-way price. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal) and arrives at Traverse City (B.A.T.A.). Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:50 PM | 6:50 PM | 4h 00m | Daily | Indian Trails Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
The map needs JavaScript.
Where to board in Grand Rapids Where you get off in Traverse City The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Grand Rapids
Where the bus stops in Traverse City
- Traverse City (B.A.T.A.) Map of Traverse City (B.A.T.A.) (Google Maps)
Return trip: Traverse City to Grand Rapids
Questions
How long is the bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse City?
The fastest direct bus takes 4 hours.
How much is the bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse City?
The standard one-way fare with Indian Trails is $31. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
What time is the first bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse City?
Every departure is at 2:50 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Grand Rapids to Traverse City?
Indian Trails runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Grand Rapids?
Buses to Traverse City leave from Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal).