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

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Western Michigan University is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Western Michigan University is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and Western Michigan University?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to Western Michigan University. However, there are services departing from WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE and arriving at W. Michigan & Sprague via East Lansing Amtrak Station, Battle Creek Bus Stop and Kalamazoo Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between East Lansing and Western Michigan University?

No, there is no direct train from East Lansing station to Western Michigan University. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Amtrak Station and arriving at Kalamazoo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from East Lansing to Western Michigan University?

The distance between East Lansing and Western Michigan University is 75 miles. The road distance is 78.9 miles.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from East Lansing to Western Michigan University?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Western Michigan University is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $26 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus via Battle Creek, which costs $23 - $35 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the East Lansing to Western Michigan University bus arrive?

East Lansing to Western Michigan University bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Battle Creek station.

Where does the East Lansing to Western Michigan University train arrive?

East Lansing to Western Michigan University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kalamazoo station.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Western Michigan University?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Western Michigan University is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from East Lansing to Western Michigan University.

Where can I stay near Western Michigan University?

There are 52+ hotels available in Western Michigan University.

East Lansing to Western Michigan University - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from East Lansing to Western Michigan University?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from East Lansing to Western Michigan University, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from East Lansing to Western Michigan University by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Kalamazootrain Blue Water
3h 22m
$26–53
Drive 78.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Lansing to Western Michigan Universitycar 78.5 mi
1h 24m
$15–21
Bus via Battle Creek
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Battle Creekbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Battle Creek Bus Stop to Kalamazoo Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0160
4h 28m
$23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Kalamazoo Transit Centerbus 1483
5h 39m
$36–63

East Lansing to Western Michigan University by bus, train, and foot (Amtrak)

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.4 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Western Michigan University, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Kalamazoo once daily. Tickets cost $23–50 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE to Western Michigan University via East Lansing Amtrak Station, Battle Creek Bus Stop, Kalamazoo Transit Center, and W. Michigan & Sprague in around 4h 28m.

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