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

The cheapest way to get from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 26m.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University. However, there are services departing from East Lansing and arriving at W. Michigan & Sprague via Jackson Bus Stop and Kalamazoo Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Michigan State University and Western Michigan University?

No, there is no direct train from Michigan State University 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 2h 41m.

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Michigan State University to Western Michigan University

Q: What is the fastest way to get from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University?

The fastest way to get from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $14 - $21.

Q: How far is it from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University?

The distance between Michigan State University and Western Michigan University is 74 miles. The road distance is 79.2 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University without a car?

The best way to get from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $25 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University, including transfers.

Q: Where do I catch the Michigan State University to Western Michigan University bus from?

Michigan State University to Western Michigan University bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from East Lansing station.

Q: Where do I catch the Michigan State University to Western Michigan University train from?

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

Q: Train or bus from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University?

The best way to get from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $25 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus via Jackson, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Kalamazootrain Blue Water
2h 41m
$25–48
Drive 78.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Michigan State University to Western Michigan Universitycar 78.8 mi
1h 26m
$15–21
Bus via Jackson
1. Take the bus from East Lansing to Jacksonbus It 45
2. Take the bus from Jackson Bus Stop to Kalamazoo Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0160
3h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Kalamazoo Transit Centerbus 1483
5h 47m
$36–63

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Distance: 73.8 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Michigan State University, Ingham County, 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 vehicle from Michigan State University to Western Michigan University via East Lansing, Jackson Bus Stop, Kalamazoo Transit Center, and W. Michigan & Sprague in around 3h 47m.

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