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The cheapest and fastest buses from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$71

Fastest journey

10 h 40 m

Average duration

10 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

278 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL without transferring at least once.

Amtrak8555 AMTRAK · 355 Wolverine
01:00PM10h40
East Lansing Station, East Lansing, MI
10:40PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$711One-way
1 transfer

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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€318

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10h 35m

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10h 5m

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4h 21m

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3h 51m

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5h 20m

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2h 20m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.8 - 1.7kg

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East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL bus times

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amtrak8555 AMTRAK · 355 Wolverine5:00 PM East Lansing Station, East Lansing, MI
10h40
3:40 AM Union Station, Chicago, IL1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL

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Buses from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $34 (€28)
Distance
172 miles (278 km)
Average bus duration
10h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$41 (€33)
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
4h 45m
First bus
18:00
Last bus
22:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $34 (€28)

Bus companies: Greyhound, Amtrak and OurBus from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL

Buy your official Greyhound, Amtrak and OurBus bus tickets from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL from $34 (€28) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak buses running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by bus across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next bus journey to Chicago, IL from East Lansing, MI.

Bus information from East Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 51 min
  • Cheapest Price: $36

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