The cheapest and fastest buses from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
Of the 1 buses that leave East Lansing, MI for Louisville, KY on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 510 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 10 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:05 PM10h50East Lansing, MI7:55 AMLouisville, KY$1521One-way0 transfers
9:05 PM10h50East Lansing, MI7:55 AMLouisville, KY$1521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $195.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$122 Average price Cheapest | $326 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 20m Average total duration Fastest 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 8m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY:
A bus is $204 (€167) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY costing on average $326 (€267).
Other travel options to Louisville, KY take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 8m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $152 |
Compare prices and tickets East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY by bus or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY
Buses from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 02:55. The fastest bus covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 2:55 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KYYou can travel by bus between East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY with Greyhound for as low as $77 (€63). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Louisville, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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Popular bus stations from East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY
Most East Lansing, MI to Louisville, KY buses use the to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare East Lansing, MI and Louisville, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) from Louisville city centre
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