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

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia is to bus and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs $140 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via East Lansing Amtrak Station, Toledo Bus Stop and New York Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 33m.

How far is it from East Lansing to Philadelphia?

The distance between East Lansing and Philadelphia is 543 miles. The road distance is 635.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia without a car is to bus via New York which takes 20h 33m and costs $170 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from East Lansing to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 5h 46m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $170 - $300 and takes 20h 33m.

Where does the East Lansing to Philadelphia bus arrive?

East Lansing to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Toledo station.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Philadelphia is 635 miles. It takes approximately 10h 50m to drive from East Lansing to Philadelphia.

How do I get a bus ticket from East Lansing to Philadelphia?

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Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

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

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

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Fly from Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane LAN - PHL
5h 46m
$139–683
Drive 631.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Lansing to Philadelphiacar 631.5 mi
10h 50m
$116–167
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to New York Midtownbus
3. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus
20h 33m
$177–296
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus
2. Take the train from Toledo to Washington Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
21h 5m
$266–526
Bus to Detroit, fly
1. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DTW - PHL
5h 20m
$143–495
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Detroit Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Allentownbus
3. Take the bus from Allentown Transportation Center to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus
21h 5m
$139–254

East Lansing to Philadelphia by bus

6Weekly Buses

20h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 539.7 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE to Philadelphia Bus Station via East Lansing Amtrak Station, Toledo Bus Stop, and New York Midtown in around 20h 33m.

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