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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | DTW McNamara Terminal | Michigan Flyer - East Lansing | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Airport (DTW) | Michigan Flyer - East Lansing | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to East Lansing
The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and East Lansing?
Stops in East Lansing
- AMichigan Flyer - East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
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East Lansing Multimodal Gateway
1240 S Harrison Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823 - C
Multimodal Gateway
1240 S Harrison Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to East Lansing by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to East Lansing?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to East Lansing start from $34. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to East Lansing?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to East Lansing is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Michigan Flyer.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to East Lansing route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Michigan Flyer, Indian Trails.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to East Lansing?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to East Lansing at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to East Lansing?
A bus trip from Detroit to East Lansing generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to East Lansing?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Michigan Flyer, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to East Lansing?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Indian Trails has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to East Lansing?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Michigan Flyer, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to East Lansing?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Michigan Flyer, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to East Lansing was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to East Lansing, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $49 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to East Lansing based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually Michigan Flyer will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
