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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Detroit to East Lansing

Composite routes from Detroit to East Lansing

Cheapest
1 h 33 min
Car
144 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Detroit to Capital
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$407.64

Bus operators

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Detroit, MI to East
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$70.06
Bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$38.22
Other from Detroit, MI to East
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$59.78
Other from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$32.61

Southeast Michigan SMART

Phone:
+1 866-962-5515
Website:
smartbus.org
Bus from Jefferson + Spirit Plaza to Metro
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$2.93
Other from Jefferson + Spirit Plaza to Metro
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.96–$2.50

Michigan Flyer

Phone:
+1 517-333-0400
Email:
info@michiganflyer.com
Website:
michiganflyer.com/
Bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$29.30
Bus from Detroit Metro Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.46–$38.22
Other from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.70–$25.00
Other from Detroit Metro Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.78–$32.61

D2A2

Phone:
+1 517-333-0400
Email:
info@michiganflyer.com
Website:
d2a2.com
Bus from Detroit - Grand Circus Park to Ann
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.22
Other from Detroit - Grand Circus Park to Ann
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.87

Capital Area Transportation Authority

Phone:
+1 517-394-1000
Website:
cata.org/
Bus from CATA Trans Center to EBD
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to East Lansing is to drive which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to East Lansing is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $15.22 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and East Lansing?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Detroit, MI and arriving at East Lansing, MI. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Detroit to East Lansing?

The distance between Detroit and East Lansing is 183 km. The road distance is 144.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to East Lansing without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $18.48 - $59.78 .

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

The bus from Detroit, MI to East Lansing, MI takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Detroit to East Lansing bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Detroit, MI station.

Where does the Detroit to East Lansing bus arrive?

Detroit to East Lansing bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at East Lansing, MI station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and East Lansing?

It is currently 00:05 at both, Detroit and East Lansing.

Can I drive from Detroit to East Lansing?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to East Lansing is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Detroit to East Lansing.

Where can I stay near East Lansing?

There are 64+ hotels available in East Lansing. Prices start at $55.89 per night.
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