Train from Lansing, MI to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Lansing to Austin on December 11
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AmtrakTrain
East Lansing Station
Austin, TXNo tags
AmtrakTrain
East Lansing Station
Austin, TXNo tags
AmtrakTrain
East Lansing Station
Austin, TXNo tags
AmtrakTrain
East Lansing Station
Austin, TXNo tags
AmtrakTrain
East Lansing Station
Austin, TXNo tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 10hAverage Duration
1128 milesDistance
165kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$118 - $493Average Duration1d 20h
45kg CO₂e
Average Price$151 - $1,033Average Duration1d 10h
165kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lansing, MI to Austin, TX, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Lansing to Austin?

    The cheapest train tickets from Lansing to Austin start from $151. The average price for this train route is around $270. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Lansing to Austin?

    The average train ride duration from Lansing to Austin is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1128 miles (1818 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Lansing to Austin route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lansing to Austin?

    The earliest train departs from Lansing to Austin at 8:54am. And the latest train departs at 8:54am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/09
$166
12/10
$331
Today
$331
12/12
$229
12/13
$231
12/14
$275
12/15
$203
12/16
$166
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lansing, MI to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $166

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

You can expect to pay from $166 to $885 for a train ticket from Lansing, MI to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-16.

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