- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price
€100
Average price
€110
Fastest journey
19 h 50 m
Average duration
22 h 37 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
903 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lansing, MI to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lansing, MI to New York, NY will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €100.
It's difficult to get from Lansing, MI to New York, NY without transferring at least 3 times.
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· · Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lansing, MI to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €62. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 16h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, and a train costs an average of €99.
Distance: 561 miles (903 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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€126 Average price Cheapest | €174 Average price | €144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 33m Average total duration Fastest 16h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 58m Average total duration 22h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lansing, MI to New York, NY:
A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lansing, MI to New York, NY costing on average €174.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 28m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €223 |
The table below shows live departures for Lansing, MI to New York, NY buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · | 1:10 PM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 26h50 | 4:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 4:05 PM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 29h25 | 9:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 4:05 PM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 24h55 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 4:05 PM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 24h10 | 4:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:05 PM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 24h45 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 4:05 PM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 25h00 | 5:05 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
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FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 19h50 | 4:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 20h45 | 5:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 33h30 | 5:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 24h50 | 9:05 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 26h40 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 23h35 | 7:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 25h45 | 10:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 34h00 | 6:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ + FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Lansing, Delta Center, MI | 34h45 | 7:00 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Lansing, MI to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 16h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €62 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:45, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 561 miles (903 km) distance in 20h 25m.
Distance 561 miles (903 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 20h 25m |
First bus 7:45 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of New York, NY — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New York, NY trip today.
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lansing, MI to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lansing, MI to New York, NY buses use the to New York, 28 Allen St. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Lansing, MI and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
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