4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
6 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Niles, 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 Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 1 buses that leave Niles, MI for East Lansing, MI on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 177 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 31 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 31 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.
1:29 PM6h31Niles, MI8:00 PMEast Lansing, MI$721One-way0 transfers
- 1:29 PM6h31Niles, MI8:00 PMEast Lansing, MI$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI:
A bus is $0.99 (€0.81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to East Lansing, MI take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 31m.
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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.
Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:29PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:29PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Live departures
Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:29 PM Niles, MI | 6h31 | 9:00 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI
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Buses from Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 08:15, the last at 13:10. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 31m |
First bus 8:15 AM |
Last bus 1:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
FAQs: Bus from Niles, MI to East Lansing, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Niles, 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.
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