Find coaches from Chicago to Lansing, MI

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Next departures from Chicago to Lansing on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    		LansingCheapestFastest
    FlixBus
      		Downtown Greyhound Station
      		LansingNo tags

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      Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2bus per day
      5h 30mAverage duration
      168 milesDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceUS$36 - US$152Average duration5h 30m
      7kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceUS$32 - US$97Average duration3h 55m
      25kg CO₂e

      Bus Chicago to Lansing, MI: Trip Overview

      Average ticket priceUS$44
      Average bus trip duration5h 30m
      Number of daily buses2
      Earliest bus departure09:30
      Distance169 miles
      Latest bus departure22:10

      Chicago to Lansing Bus

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      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
      30/10
      US$38
      31/10
      US$44
      Today
      US$42
      02/11
      US$42
      03/11
      US$37
      04/11
      US$36
      05/11
      US$35
      06/11
      US$34
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Lansing, MI was searched and found on 6 Nov 2025 with a price of US$34

      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$34 to US$59 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$34, which is on 2025-11-06.

      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.

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