How much does a bus ticket from Detroit to Lansing cost?

The bus ticket price from Detroit to Lansing starts at US$23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Detroit to Lansing is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Lansing?

The average travel time between Detroit and Lansing is around 3h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 132 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Detroit and Lansing?

The number of buses from Detroit to Lansing can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Detroit to Lansing by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Detroit to Lansing?

When taking the bus from Detroit to Lansing, you can travel comfortably and safely with Indian Trails, FlixBus.

Bus Detroit to Lansing from US$17 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Lansing on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00	Detroit Bus Station	3h 10m	13:10	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	Cheapest
10:45	Detroit Bus Station	2h 20m	13:05	Lansing	Fastest
10:00	Detroit Bus Station	6h	16:00	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags
12:40	Detroit Bus Station	3h 20m	16:00	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags
10:00	Detroit Bus Station	6h 15m	16:15	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Lansing on 1 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:45	Detroit Bus Station	2h 20m	13:05	Lansing	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Detroit to Lansing on 3 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:45	Detroit Bus Station	2h 20m	13:05	Lansing	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Detroit to Lansing on 4 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:45	Detroit Bus Station	2h 20m	13:05	Lansing	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:31 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Lansing

We recommend taking the bus

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 US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3h 20mAverage duration

131 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$23 - US$41	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$44 - US$124	Average duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Bus Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25

Average bus trip duration3h 20m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure10:00

Distance130 km

Latest bus departure12:45

Compare bus companies

Indian Trails

4/532 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/511 116 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Detroit to Lansing Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Lansing?

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Stops in Lansing

A - CATA Transportation Center

B - 955 Alton Road

Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Lansing, MI

How much does a bus ticket from Detroit to Lansing cost?
The bus ticket price from Detroit to Lansing starts at US$23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Detroit to Lansing is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Lansing?
The average travel time between Detroit and Lansing is around 3h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 132 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Detroit and Lansing?
The number of buses from Detroit to Lansing can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Detroit to Lansing by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Detroit to Lansing?
When taking the bus from Detroit to Lansing, you can travel comfortably and safely with Indian Trails, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$23

29/10

US$18

Today

US$19

31/10

US$23

01/11

US$24

02/11

US$19

03/11

US$22

04/11

US$20

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$18

To 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 US$18 to US$31 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 US$19, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Detroit to Lansing.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Detroit to Lansing, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Lansing will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 20m	Avg priceUS$25	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time11h 20m	Avg priceUS$66	Daily departures1

Will you be returning to Detroit, MI by bus?

Bus from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI

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Train from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI

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