What is the cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Michigan City?

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Michigan City is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Lansing to Michigan City?

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Michigan City is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and Michigan City?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to Michigan City station. However, there are services departing from WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE and arriving at New Buffalo Station via East Lansing Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between East Lansing and Michigan City?

No, there is no direct train from East Lansing station to Michigan City. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Amtrak Station and arriving at 11th St. via Van Buren St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from East Lansing to Michigan City?

The distance between East Lansing and Michigan City is 171 miles. The road distance is 162.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Lansing to Michigan City without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from East Lansing to Michigan City?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from East Lansing to Michigan City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Lansing to Michigan City bus from?

East Lansing to Michigan City bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from East Lansing Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the East Lansing to Michigan City train from?

East Lansing to Michigan City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from East Lansing Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from East Lansing to Michigan City?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Michigan City is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $70 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $150 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the East Lansing to Michigan City bus arrive?

East Lansing to Michigan City bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Buffalo Station.

What is the time difference between East Lansing and Michigan City?

Michigan City is 1h behind East Lansing. It is currently 1:31 PM in East Lansing and 12:31 PM in Michigan City.

Where does the East Lansing to Michigan City train arrive?

East Lansing to Michigan City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Michigan City?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Michigan City is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from East Lansing to Michigan City.

Where can I stay near Michigan City?

There are 229+ hotels available in Michigan City.

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There are 5 ways to get from East Lansing to Michigan City by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to New Buffalo Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 55m
$71–101
Drive 161.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Lansing to Michigan Citycar 161.8 mi
2h 46m
$30–43
Train
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Blue Water
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train Lakeshore / ...
6h 51m
$65–147
Fly, train
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train
3h 56m
$69–278
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Kalamazoo Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Gary Metro Center to 11th St.train
8h 42m
$59–99

East Lansing to Michigan City by bus and train

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Michigan City, IN, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to New Buffalo Station once a week. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE to 11th St. via Capital Area Multimodal Gateway, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells, and Van Buren St. in around 6h 51m.

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