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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
16 h
Average duration
16 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 2 buses that leave Milwaukee, WI for East Lansing, MI on Tue, Jun 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 16 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 16 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.
1:05 AM16h00Milwaukee, WI5:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$681One-way0 transfers- 12:15 AM16h50Milwaukee, WI5:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$1031One-way0 transfers
- 1:05 AM16h00Milwaukee, WI5:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$681One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 AM16h50Milwaukee, WI5:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$1031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $571.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $593 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI costing on average $81 (€66).
A bus is $515 (€421) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI costing on average $593 (€485).
Other travel options to East Lansing, MI take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 16h 20m.
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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.
Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $68 |
Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM Milwaukee, WI | 16h50 | 5:05 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:05 AM Milwaukee, WI | 16h00 | 5:05 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI
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Buses from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $63 (€52) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:25, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€52) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 4:25 AM |
Last bus 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 84 days |
FAQs: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI 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.
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Popular bus stations from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI
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