What is the distance between East Lansing and Detroit?

The distance separating East Lansing and Detroit is 79 miles (127 km).

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

If you're headed to Detroit from East Lansing, chances are that your bus will leave from Michigan Flyer - East Lansing and arrive at Detroit Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Once in Detroit, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Old St. Mary, Fox Theater, Detroit Historical Museum, The Guardian Building and Comerica Park.

Bus East Lansing to Detroit from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for East Lansing to Detroit on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	5h 15m	7:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	1h 55m	3:55am	DTW McNamara Terminal	Fastest
Bus	3:50pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	3h 10m	7:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	2h 5m	4:05am	Detroit Airport (DTW)	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	2h 50m	4:35pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for East Lansing to Detroit on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	2h 55m	4:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	1h 55m	3:55am	DTW McNamara Terminal	Fastest
Bus	3:50pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	3h 10m	7:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	2h 5m	4:05am	Detroit Airport (DTW)	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	2h 50m	4:35pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Get from East Lansing to Detroit

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

2h 15mAverage Duration

68 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

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Michigan Flyer

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Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Indian Trails

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Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

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Where are the popular stops in East Lansing and Detroit?

Stops in East Lansing

A - Michigan Flyer - East Lansing

B - East Lansing Multimodal Gateway

C - Multimodal Gateway

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from East Lansing to Detroit, MI by bus

What is the distance between East Lansing and Detroit?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East Lansing to Detroit?
What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$34

11/17

$34

Today

$22

11/19

$22

11/20

$22

11/21

$34

11/22

$34

11/23

$34

The cheapest trip from East Lansing to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from East Lansing to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $34 for a bus ticket from East Lansing to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually Michigan Flyer 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.