What is the cheapest way to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo?

The cheapest way to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo?

The fastest way to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $110 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Michigan State University and Waterloo?

No, there is no direct bus from Michigan State University station to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Amtrak Station and arriving at Waterloo via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

How far is it from Michigan State University to Waterloo?

The distance between Michigan State University and Waterloo is 412 miles. The road distance is 489.7 miles.

How do I travel from Michigan State University to Waterloo without a car?

The best way to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 28m and costs $110 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Michigan State University to Waterloo bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Michigan State University to Waterloo?

The best way to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $110 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $210 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Michigan State University to Waterloo bus arrive?

Michigan State University to Waterloo bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Michigan State University and Waterloo?

Waterloo is 1h behind Michigan State University. It is currently 9:01 AM in Michigan State University and 8:01 AM in Waterloo.

Can I drive from Michigan State University to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan State University to Waterloo is 490 miles. It takes approximately 8h 38m to drive from Michigan State University to Waterloo.

Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 42+ hotels available in Waterloo.

Michigan State University to Waterloo - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Michigan State University to Waterloo by plane, train, bus, car, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane LAN - ALO
5h 5m
$115–465
Drive 486.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Michigan State University to Waterloocar 486.8 mi
8h 38m
$89–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Blue Water
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Waterloobus Btw 1209
12h 28m
$117–230
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane LAN - CID
2. Take the bus from Cedar Rapids to Waterloobus
6h 49m
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Waterloobus Btw 1209
12h 28m
$128–203
Bus via Davenport
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to South Haven Potatoes Plusbus
2. Take the bus from South Haven to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Davenportbus
4. Take the bus from Davenport to Waterloobus
15h 2m
$89–177

Michigan State University to Waterloo by foot and bus

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Distance: 409.7 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Michigan State University, Ingham County, MI, USA and Waterloo, IA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Michigan State University to Waterloo via East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago in around 12h 28m.

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