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

The cheapest way to get from Franklin to East Lansing is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Franklin to East Lansing is to fly and bus which takes 4h 6m and costs $180 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Franklin and East Lansing?

No, there is no direct bus from Franklin station to East Lansing. However, there are services departing from Nashville Bus Station and arriving at East Lansing Michigan Flyer via Detroit Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 19m.

How far is it from Franklin to East Lansing?

The distance between Franklin and East Lansing is 508 miles. The road distance is 543.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Franklin to East Lansing without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 1m and costs $250 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Franklin to East Lansing, including transfers.

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

Franklin to East Lansing bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Nashville Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Franklin to East Lansing?

The best way to get from Franklin to East Lansing is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $190 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $280 and takes 16h 19m.

Where does the Franklin to East Lansing bus arrive?

Franklin to East Lansing bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Franklin and East Lansing?

East Lansing is 1h ahead of Franklin. It is currently 5:17 PM in Franklin and 6:17 PM in East Lansing.

Can I drive from Franklin to East Lansing?

Yes, the driving distance between Franklin to East Lansing is 544 miles. It takes approximately 9h 35m to drive from Franklin to East Lansing.

Where can I stay near East Lansing?

There are 86+ hotels available in East Lansing.

Franklin to East Lansing - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Franklin to East Lansing by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly to Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)plane BNA - LAN
5h 52m
$196–789
Drive 540.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Franklin to East Lansingcar 540.8 mi
9h 35m
$99–143
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus
2. Take the train from Carbondale to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to East Lansing Amtrak Stationtrain
16h 1m
$253–473
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to East Lansing Michigan Flyerbus 1483
16h 19m
$161–276
Fly to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Detroit (DTW)plane BNA - DTW
2. Take the bus from DTW McNamara Terminal to East Lansing Marriottbus
5h 14m
$531–1,220
Fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane BNA - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint Station to East Lansing Michigan Flyerbus
4h 6m
$186–554
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Toledobus
3. Take the bus from Toledo to East Lansing Amtrak Stationbus
16h 57m
$192–380

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

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Distance: 504.7 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Nashville (BNA) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Franklin to East Lansing Michigan Flyer via Nashville Bus Station and Detroit Bus Station in around 16h 19m.

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