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

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Springfield is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Springfield is to fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to Springfield station. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Michigan Flyer and arriving at Springfield Union Station via Detroit Bus Station and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 55m.

How far is it from East Lansing to Springfield?

The distance between East Lansing and Springfield is 640 miles. The road distance is 688 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Lansing to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 19h 55m and costs $120 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from East Lansing to Springfield, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from East Lansing to Springfield?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Springfield is to fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $250 and takes 19h 55m.

Where does the East Lansing to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from East Lansing to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Springfield is 688 miles. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from East Lansing to Springfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 95+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

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

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Fly from Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane LAN - BDL
5h 37m
$131–642
Bus to Detroit, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane DTW - BDL
6h 35m
$110–594
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Detroit Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Springfield Union Stationbus
19h 55m
$122–244
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Toledo to Springfieldtrain Lake Shore Limited
20h 2m
$241–496
Drive 684 mi
1. Drive from East Lansing to Springfieldcar 684 mi
11h 49m
$125–181
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 Springfield Union Stationbus
21h 24m
$160–261

East Lansing to Springfield by bus

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19h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 636.7 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Springfield, MA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Bradley International Airport (BDL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Springfield Union Station via Detroit Bus Station and Cleveland Bus Station in around 19h 55m.

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