What is the cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Franklin?

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Franklin is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Lansing to Franklin?

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Franklin is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $180 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and Franklin?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to Franklin station. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Michigan Flyer and arriving at Nashville Bus Station via Detroit Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 18m.

How far is it from East Lansing to Franklin?

The distance between East Lansing and Franklin is 503 miles. The road distance is 544.7 miles.

How do I travel from East Lansing to Franklin without a car?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Franklin without a car is to bus which takes 15h 18m and costs $190 - $280.

How long does it take to get from East Lansing to Franklin?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from East Lansing to Franklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Lansing to Franklin bus from?

East Lansing to Franklin bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from East Lansing Michigan Flyer station.

Bus or fly from East Lansing to Franklin?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Franklin is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $180 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $280 and takes 15h 18m.

Where does the East Lansing to Franklin bus arrive?

East Lansing to Franklin bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between East Lansing and Franklin?

Franklin is 1h behind East Lansing. It is currently 11:05 AM in East Lansing and 10:05 AM in Franklin.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Franklin is 545 miles. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from East Lansing to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 180+ hotels available in Franklin.

East Lansing to Franklin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from East Lansing to Franklin by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly from Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Nashville (BNA)plane LAN - BNA
4h 53m
$181–605
Drive 541.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Lansing to Franklincar 541.6 mi
9h 34m
$99–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Detroit Bus Stationbus 1483
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
15h 18m
$195–279
Train, bus
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain
3. Take the bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus
16h 38m
$251–476
Bus to Detroit, fly
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Marriott to DTW McNamara Terminalbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Nashville (BNA)plane DTW - BNA
5h 5m
$525–1,215
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus
2. Take the bus from Toledo to Indianapolis, INbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Tornado Bus Co - Nashvillebus
18h 16m
$189–408

Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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Distance: 500.5 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Franklin, TN, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Nashville (BNA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Franklin via Detroit Bus Station and Nashville Bus Station in around 15h 18m.

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