Find coaches from Chicago to Lansing, MI

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Next departures from Chicago to Lansing on 26 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
LansingCheapest
FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
LansingFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Lansing

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$87Average duration5h
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$32 - US$97Average duration3h 55m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Lansing

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lansing. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
5hAverage duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Lansing, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$42
Average bus trip duration5h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure09:30
Distance169 miles
Latest bus departure22:10

Chicago to Lansing Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Lansing. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Chicago to Lansing.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Lansing from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Lansing, MI

  1. How far is Lansing from Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Lansing by coach covers an approximate distance of 170 miles (273 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Lansing from Chicago without a car?

    The best way to go from Chicago to Lansing without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/09
US$45
24/09
US$51
Today
US$38
26/09
US$46
27/09
US$35
28/09
US$36
29/09
US$31
30/09
US$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Lansing, MI was searched and found on 30 Sept 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$54 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lansing, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-09-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Lansing!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Lansing.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Lansing.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Lansing, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Lansing, MI to Chicago

You can also go to Lansing, MI by train

Train from Chicago to Lansing, MI

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