The cheapest and fastest buses from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 buses that leave Grand Rapids, MI for East Lansing, MI on Thu, Feb 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Live departures
Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:20 PM Grand Rapids, MI | 1h10 | 7:30 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Grand Rapids, MI | 1h10 | 7:55 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI by bus or train
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Why should you book Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Indian Trails to find the best option for your trip from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Indian Trails to find the best option for your trip from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI
Buses from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:54, the last at 17:15. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 08:54 |
Last bus 17:15 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Indian Trails from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MIYou can travel by bus between Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI with Greyhound, FlixBus, Indian Trails for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI 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 East Lansing, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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