Bus Tickets from Lansing, MI to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Lansing
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus
Lansing
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
Amtrak
East Lansing Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Amtrak
East Lansing Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:23 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lansing to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 51mAverage Duration
275 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$50 - $212Average Duration5h 25m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$45 - $139Average Duration3h 51m
25kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lansing, MI to Chicago by bus

  1. What is the distance between Lansing and Chicago?

    The distance covered from Lansing to Chicago is 273 km (170 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Lansing to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at CATA Transportation Center, in Lansing, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-10
$58
11-11
$64
Today
$59
11-13
$54
11-14
$64
11-15
$59
11-16
$64
11-17
$61
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lansing, MI to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lansing, MI to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $176 for a bus ticket from Lansing, MI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-11-13.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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