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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Lansing | Detroit Bus Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | East Lansing Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| East Lansing Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 14:44 EST.
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lansing and Detroit?
Stops in Lansing
- A
CATA Transportation Center
420 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 - B
955 Alton Road
955 Alton Road, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Lansing to Detroit?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lansing to Detroit start from £18. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lansing to Detroit?
The average bus journey time from Lansing to Detroit is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 85 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lansing to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Indian Trails, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lansing to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Lansing to Detroit at 13:05. And the latest bus departs at 16:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lansing to Detroit?
A bus journey from Lansing to Detroit produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Lansing to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lansing to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Indian Trails has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lansing to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lansing to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £115 for a bus ticket from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-06.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
