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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 | Lansing | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Lansing
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lansing. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Lansing?
Stops in Lansing
- A
CATA Transportation Center
420 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 - B
955 Alton Road
955 Alton Road, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI 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 Lansing?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Lansing start from $33. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Lansing?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Lansing is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 137 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Lansing route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Indian Trails, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Lansing?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Lansing at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 12:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Lansing?
A bus trip from Detroit to 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 Lansing?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Indian Trails, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to 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 Lansing?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Lansing?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Lansing, MI was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $89 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Indian Trails 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
