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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Mackinaw City | East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Mackinaw City | East Lansing (Bus/Amtrak) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Mackinaw City | East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mackinaw City | East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) | No tags | ||||
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Get from Mackinaw City to East Lansing
The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 764, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Indian Trails ticket prices on this trip start at R 764
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mackinaw City to East Lansing by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Mackinaw City to East Lansing?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mackinaw City to East Lansing start at R 764. The average price for this route is around R 764. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mackinaw City to East Lansing?
The average bus journey time from Mackinaw City to East Lansing is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 340 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h and is operated by Indian Trails.
Which bus companies service the Mackinaw City to East Lansing route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mackinaw City to East Lansing?
The earliest bus departs from Mackinaw City to East Lansing at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 08:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mackinaw City to East Lansing?
A bus trip from Mackinaw City to East Lansing produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mackinaw City to East Lansing was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 723To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mackinaw City to East Lansing as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 723 to R 929 for a bus ticket from Mackinaw City to East Lansing based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 723, which is on 2025-12-16.
