Bus Tickets from Chicago, IL to Bay City, MI

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Bus Chicago to Bay City: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$77
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:50pm
Distance361 km
Latest bus departure10:10pm

Chicago to Bay City Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Bay City

  1. How long is the trip from Chicago to Bay City by bus?

    The trip from Chicago to Bay City will take on average 14h 5m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Bay City in about 14h 5m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Bay City?

    The distance between Chicago and Bay City is approximately 365 km (226 miles).

  3. How many buses make the trip between Chicago and Bay City each day?

    There's a daily bus trip from Chicago to Bay City. It typically leaves at 8:50pm and is operated by FlixBus.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Chicago to Bay City, and when is the last one?

    You can catch the first bus starting at 8:50pm and the last one until 10:10pm. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

  5. What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Bay City?

    The least expensive way to go from Chicago to Bay City would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$37, making this your best choice for this trip.

  6. How much does the bus ticket cost from Chicago to Bay City?

    You can expect to pay around US$77 for the bus ride from Chicago to Bay City.

  7. Is there an overnight bus from Chicago to Bay City?

    Yes! If you're heading from Chicago to Bay City, you'll find buses departing until 10:10pm and arriving the next day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Bay City!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Bay City.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Bay City.

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Did you know?

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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