4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
8 h 41 m
Average duration
8 h 41 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN 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 South Bend, IN will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 2 buses that leave East Lansing, MI for South Bend, IN on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 8 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 41 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 41 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.
5:00 PM8h41East Lansing, MI1:41 AMSouth Bend, IN$361One-way0 transfers- 6:00 PM8h41East Lansing, MI2:41 AMSouth Bend, IN$391One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 PM8h41East Lansing, MI2:41 AMSouth Bend, IN$391One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM8h41East Lansing, MI1:41 AMSouth Bend, IN$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $391.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price | $443 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN costing on average $101 (€83).
A bus is $398 (€325) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN costing on average $443 (€363).
Other travel options to South Bend, IN take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Bus takes on average 8h 43m.
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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 South Bend, IN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:41AM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:41AM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Live departures
East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 PM East Lansing, MI | 8h41 | 1:41 AM South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM East Lansing, MI | 8h41 | 2:41 AM South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN
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Buses from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 12:15, the last at 18:10. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 12:15 PM |
Last bus 6:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
FAQs: Bus from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN 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 South Bend, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from East Lansing, MI to South Bend, IN
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