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

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Michigan City is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Michigan City is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Lansing and Michigan City?

No, there is no direct train from 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 52m.

How far is it from Lansing to Michigan City?

The distance between Lansing and Michigan City is 239 miles. The road distance is 158.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lansing to Michigan City without a car is to bus and train via Benton Harbor which takes 6h 7m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Lansing to Michigan City, including transfers.

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

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

What is the time difference between Lansing and Michigan City?

Michigan City is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 9:52 AM in Lansing and 8:52 AM in Michigan City.

Where does the Lansing to Michigan City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lansing to Michigan City?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Michigan City is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Lansing to Michigan City.

Where can I stay near Michigan City?

There are 229+ hotels available in Michigan City.

Lansing to Michigan City - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus, train via Benton Harbor
best
1. Take the bus from CATA Intermodal Downtown to Greyhound Benton Harborbus
2. Take the bus from Benton Harbor Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Gary Metro Center to 11th St.train
6h 7m
$42–73
Drive 157.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lansing to Michigan Citycar 157.9 mi
2h 41m
$29–42
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 52m
$67–159
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 51m
$62–270
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train Lakeshore / ...
7h 32m
$67–94

Lansing to Michigan City by bus and train

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Distance: 238.1 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Lansing, MI to 11th St. via East Lansing, MI, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells, and Van Buren St. in around 6h 52m.

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