Mile Route 8 Bus Schedule: Times & Stops
Searching for the 8 Mile bus schedule in Detroit? The most important distinction is that the bus running along Eight Mile Road is DDOT Route 17 Eight Mile, not DDOT Route 8. Route 8 serves Warren Avenue.
DDOT Route 17 connects the eastern Detroit area near Mack and Moross with the Eight Mile corridor, Jason Hargrove Transit Center, Northland, Evergreen, and the Grand River area. SMART regional buses also connect with several intersections along Eight Mile Road.
This guide explains actual weekday timetable examples, first and last service, weekend frequency, major stops, route direction, DART ticket prices, SMART transfers, live arrival tools, maps, and accessibility.
Which Bus Runs Along 8 Mile Road in Detroit?
The main Detroit city bus serving the Eight Mile corridor is DDOT Route 17 Eight Mile. It travels between Mack & Moross in the east and Grandview & Grand River in the west, with stops on or near Eight Mile Road and at Jason Hargrove Transit Center.
DDOT Route 17 — Eight Mile
Correct for: Most searches for a bus traveling along Detroit’s Eight Mile Road.
Connects Gratiot, Van Dyke, Dequindre, Woodward, Coolidge, Northland, Evergreen, and Grand River areas.
DDOT Route 8 — Warren
Different service: DDOT Route 8 is a Warren Avenue crosstown bus, not the main Eight Mile Road route.
It operates between the Warren/Telegraph area and Mack/Moross through the Warren Avenue corridor.
For a wider view of both Detroit transit systems, our Detroit bus schedule, routes, and transfer guide explains how DDOT and SMART services connect across the city and suburbs.
8 Mile Bus Schedule Guide
DDOT Route 17 Eight Mile: Where Does It Go?
Route 17 is a major east-west crosstown route serving Detroit’s northern corridor. Its published westbound pattern starts near Mack and Moross, follows Moross and Kelly, runs along Eight Mile Road, serves the State Fair-area transit center, and continues toward Grand River.
Destination: Grandview & Grand River.
Major timepoints include Moross & Mack, Eight Mile & Gratiot, Eight Mile & Van Dyke, Eight Mile & Dequindre, Jason Hargrove Transit Center, Eight Mile & Coolidge, Northland, Eight Mile & Evergreen, and Grandview & Grand River.
Destination: Mack & Moross.
Returns through the Grand River/Eight Mile corridor toward Northland, the State Fair area, Dequindre, Gratiot, and the Mack/Moross terminal.
Some eastbound boarding stops differ from the westbound stop positions.
For every Detroit route number, current schedule tables, ConnectTen distinctions, system maps, and DDOT tracker instructions, see our DDOT bus timetable and stop-by-stop rider guide.
Eight Mile Bus Stops: Major Route 17 Timepoints
The official Route 17 timetable shows selected major stops. The bus also serves local stops between them, so the following is an overview rather than a complete stop-by-stop list.
Schematic westbound stop sequence, not a geographic map. Not all intermediate stops are shown. Consult the official stop list for exact boarding points.
| Major westbound stop | Official stop ID | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Moross & Mack | 70003 | Eastern starting area and connection with other East Side services. |
| Kelly & Moross | 511 | Key timepoint approaching Eight Mile Road. |
| 8 Mile & Gratiot | 63 | Important Gratiot corridor connection. |
| 8 Mile & Van Dyke | 247 | Connection area near Bel Air Center and the SMART Route 500 corridor. |
| 8 Mile & Dequindre | 248 | Transfer area for north-south travel in Metro Detroit. |
| Jason Hargrove Transit Center — Bay 5 | 80014 | Major westbound Route 17 transfer point. |
| 8 Mile & Coolidge | 251 | Neighborhood access and additional connections. |
| Northwestern & Northland | 3142 | Northland-area transfer and shopping/employment corridor. |
| 8 Mile & Evergreen | 253 | Important western Eight Mile timepoint. |
| Grandview & Grand River | 324 | Westbound terminal area. |
8 Mile Bus Schedule: Actual Weekday Route 17 Times
The table below reproduces selected early-morning westbound weekday trips from DDOT’s Route 17 schedule. Each row follows one scheduled bus from eastern Detroit through the Eight Mile corridor.
| Westbound stop | Trip 1 | Trip 2 | Trip 3 | Trip 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moross & Mack | 4:00 AM | 5:00 AM | 5:30 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 8 Mile & Gratiot | 4:16 AM | 5:16 AM | 5:46 AM | 6:17 AM |
| 8 Mile & Van Dyke | 4:25 AM | 5:25 AM | 5:55 AM | 6:27 AM |
| 8 Mile & Dequindre | 4:36 AM | 5:36 AM | 6:07 AM | 6:39 AM |
| Hargrove TC — Bay 5 | 4:43 AM | 5:43 AM | 6:15 AM | 6:47 AM |
| 8 Mile & Coolidge | 4:58 AM | 5:58 AM | 6:31 AM | 7:03 AM |
| 8 Mile & Evergreen | 5:12 AM | 6:13 AM | 6:46 AM | 7:18 AM |
| Grandview & Grand River | 5:23 AM | 6:25 AM | 6:58 AM | 7:30 AM |
Source: DDOT Route 17 online weekday westbound schedule, displayed service period September 7, 2026–February 7, 2027. Times are scheduled, not live GPS predictions. Only selected trips and major stops are shown.
Scheduled from Moross & Mack at 4:00 AM to Grandview & Grand River at 5:23 AM.
Scheduled from 5:30 AM at Moross & Mack to 6:58 AM at Grandview & Grand River.
Scheduled from 6:00 AM at Moross & Mack to 7:30 AM at Grandview & Grand River.
What Time Is the First or Last Route 17 Bus?
The displayed weekday westbound timetable starts with a 4:00 AM departure from Moross & Mack and continues with overnight trips. The last listed departure from that starting timepoint is at 3:00 AM the following morning, reaching Grandview & Grand River at approximately 4:24 AM.
This applies to the displayed westbound weekday timetable, not every stop or the eastbound schedule. Route 17 also runs Saturday and Sunday, but those days have different departure patterns.
Route 17 Eight Mile Frequency: Weekdays, Saturdays & Sundays
DDOT identifies Route 17 as a key route, with different service frequencies depending on the time of day and weekday/weekend service pattern.
| Service day | Typical published frequency | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Friday peak | Approximately every 20 minutes | Check the timetable for the actual start and end of peak service. |
| Monday–Friday daytime | Approximately every 25 minutes | Not every individual interval will be exactly 25 minutes. |
| Saturday daytime | Approximately every 30 minutes | Check Saturday-specific timepoint departures. |
| Sunday daytime | Approximately every 30 minutes | Use the Sunday schedule rather than Saturday or weekday times. |
| Overnight / late night | Approximately every 60 minutes | Verify the exact departure because missing an infrequent bus may create a long wait. |
Jason Hargrove Transit Center: Eight Mile Road Bus Transfers
The Jason Hargrove Transit Center is located at 1121 W. Eight Mile Road, Detroit, Michigan, on the historic Michigan State Fairgrounds property.
It is an important transfer point for DDOT Route 17 and other Detroit bus routes. The City of Detroit says the transit center’s indoor space operates 24 hours a day and includes bus-pass purchasing kiosks.
Route 17 Uses Different Bays by Direction
- Bay 5 — Stop #80014: Route 17 westbound toward Grandview & Grand River.
- Bay 3 — Stop #80012: Route 17 eastbound toward Mack & Moross.
- Bay 4: An important separate bay associated with Route 4 Woodward.
- Other bays: Additional local routes may connect at the transit center.
Always use current on-site bay signs. Construction, emergencies, and operating changes can temporarily move a boarding location.
SMART Bus Routes Near Eight Mile Road
SMART operates regional buses connecting Detroit with Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne county communities. Many SMART routes cross Eight Mile Road rather than running the entire Eight Mile corridor.
Launched September 7, 2026, connecting downtown Detroit and Hamtramck with Bel Air Center near Eight Mile and Van Dyke.
At launch, SMART published approximately hourly service, around 6:00 AM–11:00 PM Monday–Saturday and 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Sunday.
Connects north-south destinations via the Dequindre corridor. Boarding and direction must be checked at the relevant Eight Mile intersection.
Serves the John R corridor, including connections around Eight Mile Road and destinations to the north.
SMART lists a construction detour affecting its use of Eight Mile Road near Hilton Road. Check the current bulletin before relying on its regular route pattern.
Which SMART Bus Should You Take?
Use SMART’s schedule selector to find the correct route, direction, boarding stop, and destination. Its official tool lets riders select a service day and list stops between timepoints.
Our SMART bus schedule, fare, and regional transfer guide explains FAST, fixed-route, express, and suburban services and how to find the correct timetable for a route that connects with Eight Mile Road.
8 Mile Bus Fare: DDOT, SMART and DART Regional Passes
DDOT Route 17 is a paid bus service. DDOT and SMART participate in the DART regional pass system, allowing eligible rides and transfers across both fixed-route systems within the applicable pass period.
Regional travel on eligible DDOT and SMART fixed-route services for four hours. Reduced fare: $0.50.
Unlimited eligible DDOT and SMART trips during the pass window. Reduced fare: $2.
Useful for repeated regional trips. Reduced fare: $10.
Useful for regular riders traveling on both networks. Reduced fare: $29.
SMART also lists a $0.50 reduced fixed-route fare for eligible passengers.
SMART introduced free fixed-route travel for K–12 and college/university students with qualifying ID beginning May 4, 2026.
How to Pay on the Eight Mile Bus
- Choose whether you need a DDOT-only trip or a regional DDOT/SMART journey.
- For a regional trip, use an eligible DART fare product.
- If paying cash for an onboard pass, tell the operator which pass you need before inserting your payment.
- Have exact cash available; operators generally cannot make change.
- Retain or activate the pass correctly when transferring to the other transit system.
- Check eligibility and carry supporting ID if using a reduced or free fare.
Track the 8 Mile Bus Live: DDOT Route 17
Scheduled time is the departure planned in the published timetable. Live arrival is an estimate calculated from available bus-location data.
DDOT says traffic incidents, road construction, detours, weather, and equipment issues can change arrival predictions. A bus showing “10 minutes away” may remain at that estimate while it is delayed.
Use DDOT Bus Tracker or the online Route 17 page.
Select Eight Mile, not Route 8 Warren.
Choose Mack/Moross or Grandview/Grand River.
Use the code for your actual boarding location.
Review the latest prediction and any disruption notice.
DDOT’s published tracking instructions say to text DDOT followed by the stop number to 41411.
This example uses the published Route 17 westbound transit-center stop ID.
SMART riders can text SMART followed by the SMART stop ID to 41411.
Use your SMART stop number, not a nearby DDOT number.
Find Your Eight Mile Road Bus Stop Number
Real Example: Stop 80014
Stop #80014 is the official DDOT Route 17 westbound stop at Jason Hargrove Transit Center Bay 5.
For the eastbound Route 17 at the same transit center, use Bay 3, stop #80012.
The stop ID matters because a nearby bay or opposite street-side stop may serve a different direction or entirely different route.
Verify the route direction and physical bus stop before boarding near this busy intersection.
Nearby Route 17 and Woodward services may use different signs or bays.
Check whether your stop is eastbound or westbound and whether the connection requires crossing the street.
Eight Mile Bus Map: Jason Hargrove Transit Center
The map below shows Jason Hargrove Transit Center at 1121 W. Eight Mile Road, Detroit, MI. Use it to understand the station location and nearby streets.
This is a location map, not a real-time bus map or exact route geometry. Consult the DDOT Route 17 stop map for actual bus paths and current boarding points.
For walking directions, stop-side identification, departure comparisons, and transit connections between DDOT and SMART, follow our Google Maps public transit route and bus schedule tutorial. Reconfirm time-sensitive information through the operating agency.
Eight Mile Road Bus Detours and Service Alerts
Construction around Eight Mile Road or connecting north-south routes can change a bus’s travel path, stop location, or transfer timing.
SMART lists a construction detour beginning September 2, 2026, until further notice, affecting the northbound pattern around westbound Eight Mile Road at Hilton Road.
SMART lists a separate Mound Road construction detour beginning September 23, 2026, until further notice. This may affect travel to or from Bel Air Center connections.
Do not infer that the separate SMART detours mean DDOT Route 17 is detoured. Check DDOT’s route tracker and announcements for its own operating status.
Route 17 Accessibility, Reduced Fares and Boarding Assistance
DDOT states that its buses and routes are ADA accessible. However, accessibility at a particular roadside stop also depends on sidewalk, curb, traffic, construction, and weather conditions.
Check the boarding ramp or lift and wheelchair securement options with the operator.
Verify the sidewalk and crossing path before traveling to a busy Eight Mile intersection.
Eligible older adults, riders with disabilities, Medicare recipients, and other qualifying passengers may receive discounts with appropriate documentation.
DDOT paratransit and SMART Connector/ADA services have separate eligibility, booking, and fare rules.
Before Boarding the Eight Mile Bus
- Confirm you need DDOT Route 17, not Route 8 Warren.
- Check the current timetable service period.
- Select westbound or eastbound direction.
- Confirm the bus destination displayed on the headsign.
- Choose the correct stop ID and street side.
- Review the weekday, Saturday, or Sunday schedule.
- Check the fare or regional DART pass before boarding.
- Review any SMART connections and separate stop locations.
- Check the tracker shortly before leaving.
- Allow extra time for traffic, weather, and transfers.
- Verify the last return trip from your actual stop.
- Use a safe crossing rather than chasing an approaching bus.
DDOT and SMART Customer Service Contacts
Customer Service: 313-933-1300
Use DDOT customer service to request timetable information, report stop issues, ask about passes, and verify service changes.
Official DDOT WebsiteCustomer Care: 866-962-5515
Contact SMART for route planning, regional bus schedules, stop locations, fare questions, and current detours.
Official SMART WebsiteFor route or fare issues, contact the agency operating your bus. DDOT cannot necessarily resolve a SMART stop relocation, and SMART cannot change a DDOT Route 17 timetable.
Official 8 Mile Bus Schedule and Fare Sources
The sources below provide the route, timetable, stops, regional transit connections, ticket prices, alerts, and accessibility information used in this guide.
Route description, major stops, map, service frequency, and real-time vehicle information.
Open Route 17Weekday, Saturday, Sunday, direction-specific timepoints, and the displayed schedule period.
Open Official ScheduleAll available stop names and directional stop IDs.
Open Stop DirectoryMunicipal DDOT route directory and downloadable timetable resources.
DDOT Schedule DirectoryOfficial address, facilities, pass-purchase kiosks, and transit-center information.
Transit Center InformationRegional DART ticket prices, purchasing instructions, and payment guidance.
DDOT Fares and PassesFixed-route fares, reduced fares, student fares, and regional passes.
SMART Fare ChartCurrent SMART routes, boarding stops, directions, and timepoint tables.
SMART Schedule LookupRoute 500 Mound/Hamtramck launch and other regional route improvements.
Service Change NoticeActive or recently published construction detours and temporary stop changes.
Official SMART AlertsVehicle predictions and the text-message arrival service.
Official Tracking InstructionsHow to request SMART estimated stop arrivals by SMS.
SMART SMS TrackingIndependent rider-information guide. BusSchedule.us does not operate DDOT or SMART vehicles, set fares, maintain the official timetables, or guarantee predicted arrivals. Information reviewed October 9, 2026. Check official sources immediately before travel.
8 Mile Bus Schedule FAQs
What bus runs on 8 Mile Road in Detroit?
DDOT Route 17 Eight Mile is the main Detroit crosstown bus serving much of the Eight Mile Road corridor. SMART regional routes also connect at several intersections.
Is the 8 Mile bus Route 8 or Route 17?
The main Eight Mile Road bus is DDOT Route 17. DDOT Route 8 serves Warren Avenue and is a different service.
What time does DDOT Route 17 start?
The displayed weekday westbound timetable begins at 4:00 AM from Moross & Mack. Other directions and Saturday/Sunday service have separate departures. Check your actual boarding stop.
Does the Eight Mile bus run on Sundays?
Yes. DDOT Route 17 operates seven days a week. Its official overview lists approximately 30-minute daytime service and hourly nighttime service on Sundays.
How often does the 8 Mile bus come?
DDOT lists Route 17 service approximately every 20 minutes during weekday peaks, 25 minutes during weekday daytime periods, 30 minutes during weekend daytime, and 60 minutes at night. Exact timepoint departures vary.
How much does the Eight Mile bus cost?
A full-fare four-hour DART regional pass costs $2 and a full-fare 24-hour regional pass costs $5. Valid regional passes allow eligible travel on DDOT and SMART fixed-route buses within the pass window.
Where is Jason Hargrove Transit Center?
The Jason Hargrove Transit Center is located at 1121 W. Eight Mile Road, Detroit, Michigan, on the historic State Fairgrounds property.
What bay does Route 17 use at Jason Hargrove Transit Center?
The published westbound Route 17 stop is Bay 5, stop #80014, and the eastbound Route 17 stop is Bay 3, stop #80012. Confirm any temporary bay reassignment on site.
Can I track the Eight Mile bus live?
Yes. DDOT provides Bus Tracker vehicle information and stop-level estimates. You can also text DDOT followed by the actual stop number to 41411, using the format published by the agency.
Which SMART buses connect with Eight Mile Road?
Examples include SMART routes 500 Mound/Hamtramck, 494 Dequindre, 495 John R, and 492 Rochester. Routes and boarding stops vary, so use SMART’s current schedule selector and stop information.