How to get from Ann Arbor to Traverse City
The fastest way to travel from Ann Arbor to Traverse City takes approximately 542 minutes with 2 transfers. You can use bus. We found 4 route options for you.
From Ann Arbor to Traverse City
Fastest Route
542 min
484.6 km
2 transfers
65
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
1484
Departs from:
Huron + State
Walking:
28 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
to Huron + State
2
Take
65
Bus
Direction: 65 UM - Plymouth-Greenhills to Greenhills
From Huron + State
to Division + Detroit
(2 stops, 2 min)
3
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station
4
Take
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Bus
Direction: Chicago
From Ann Arbor Amtrak Station
to Kalamazoo
(2 stops, 123 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Kalamazoo, MI (Bus/Amtrak)
6
Take
1484
Bus
Direction: St. Ignace
From Kalamazoo, MI (Bus/Amtrak)
to Traverse City, MI (Bay Area Transportation Authority)
(12 stops, 320 min)
7
Walk 15 min (0.9 km)
✓
Arrive at Traverse City
Public transport stations close to Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor is located in Traverse City and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Ann Arbor:
- State + N University
- State + Su
- E- Thompson St south of William
- School of Kinesiology Building
Public transport stations close to Traverse City
Traverse City is located in Traverse City and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Traverse City:
- State St at Cass St
- E Front St at Cass St (Westbound)
- State St at Park St
- State St. East of Union
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Ann Arbor to Traverse City.
How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Traverse City in Traverse City?
The quickest journey from Ann Arbor to Traverse City takes approximately 542 minutes via the 65 bus service.
Can I get directly from Ann Arbor to Traverse City without changing?
This route requires 2 transfers. The complete journey takes about 542 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Ann Arbor and Traverse City?
The 65 line provides bus service between Huron + State and Traverse City, MI (Bay Area Transportation Authority) in Traverse City.
What is the journey time from Ann Arbor to Traverse City by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Ann Arbor to Traverse City in Traverse City takes approximately 542 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Ann Arbor to Traverse City?
Board the 65 bus at Huron + State station, located near Ann Arbor in Traverse City.
Which station is closest to Traverse City?
The nearest stop to Traverse City is Traverse City, MI (Bay Area Transportation Authority) station. Exit here to reach your destination in Traverse City.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.