The cheapest and fastest buses from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
16 h 10 m
Average duration
16 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
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 $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 1 buses that leave Milwaukee, WI for East Lansing, MI on Tue, Mar 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 16 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 10 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest buses will take 16 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, flight, and train 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 $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $525.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $525 Average price |
16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
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, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:55 AM Milwaukee, WI | 16h10 | 6:05 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to East Lansing, MI
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 $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 19:55. The fastest bus covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 16h 10m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 10m |
First bus 06:20 |
Last bus 19:55 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 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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