What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Lansing?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Lansing is to bus via Gary which costs $45 - $85 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to Lansing?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Lansing is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Lansing?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Lansing. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Torrence Ave & Thorton Rd via Hegewisch South Shore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Lansing?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Lansing. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Hegewisch via Van Buren St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Detroit to Lansing?

The distance between Detroit and Lansing is 277 miles. The road distance is 264 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit to Lansing without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit to Lansing without a car is to bus via Gary which takes 7h 10m and costs $45 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Detroit to Lansing?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Detroit to Lansing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Lansing bus from?

Detroit to Lansing bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Lansing train from?

Detroit to Lansing train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Train or bus from Detroit to Lansing?

The best way to get from Detroit to Lansing is to bus via Gary which takes 7h 10m and costs $45 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $200 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Detroit to Lansing bus arrive?

Detroit to Lansing bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Gary Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Lansing?

Lansing is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 5:50 PM in Detroit and 4:50 PM in Lansing.

Where does the Detroit to Lansing train arrive?

Detroit to Lansing train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Lansing?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Lansing is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Detroit to Lansing.

Where can I stay near Lansing?

There are 142+ hotels available in Lansing.

Detroit to Lansing - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Lansing by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, train, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via Gary (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Gary Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
7h 10m
$45–84
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
7h 29m
$101–198
Drive 262.5 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Lansingcar 262.5 mi
4h 19m
$48–70
Fly Detroit to Chicago Midway International Airport, train, line 358 bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Hegewischtrain
3. Take the bus from Hegewisch South Shore Station to Torrence Ave & Thorton Rdbus
6h 2m
$141–477
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicagobus FlixBus 2552
9h 45m
$58–96
Fly Detroit to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train, line 358 bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Hegewischtrain
3. Take the bus from Hegewisch South Shore Station to Torrence Ave & Thorton Rdbus
6h 25m
$141–667
Fly Detroit to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Hegewischtrain
6h 49m
$84–518
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train, line 358 bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FNT - ORD
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Hegewischtrain
4. Take the bus from Hegewisch South Shore Station to Torrence Ave & Thorton Rdbus
7h 8m
$54–271

Detroit to Lansing by train and bus (Amtrak)

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7h 29mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.3 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Lansing, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Gary Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Detroit to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 5h 6m.

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