How far is Detroit from Lansing?

The distance separating Detroit and Lansing is 82 miles (132 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Detroit to Lansing?

Most of the buses traveling from Detroit to Lansing leave from Detroit Bus Station and arrive at CATA Transportation Center. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Detroit to Lansing from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Lansing on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	3h 10m	1:10pm	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	Cheapest
Bus	10:45am	Detroit Bus Station	2h 20m	1:05pm	Lansing	Fastest
Bus	12:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 35m	4:15pm	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	6h 15m	4:15pm	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	4:15pm	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	6h	4:00pm	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 20m	4:00pm	CATA TRANSPORTATION CTR	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:19 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Lansing

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lansing. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

81 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $41	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$44 - $124	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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Indian Trails

4/532 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,294 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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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 about traveling from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI by bus

How far is Detroit from Lansing?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Detroit to Lansing?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

$18

11/12

$17

Today

$21

11/14

$22

11/15

$23

11/16

$20

11/17

$17

11/18

$25

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $17

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 $17 to $27 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 $17 which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually FlixBus 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.