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The cheapest and fastest trains from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$29

Fastest journey

5 h 36 m

Average duration

5 h 36 m

Trains per day

Distance

100 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave East Lansing, MI for Grand Rapids, MI on Sun, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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.

01:54PM5h36

East Lansing, MI

07:30PMGrand Rapids, MI

$291One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €21.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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Train	Most popular Bus
€31 Average price	€20 Average price Cheapest
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

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Trains from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $20 (€16)

Distance

61 miles (99 km)

Average train duration

2h 29m

Cheapest ticket price

$26 (€21)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 36m

First train

06:00

Last train

14:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $20 (€16)

Train providers: Amtrak from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets between East Lansing, MI and Grand Rapids, MI from $28 (€23) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Amtrak from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 36 min
Cheapest Price: $28

FAQs: Trains from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

FAQs: Travel by train from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI.

Cheap train tickets from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI can start from as little as $25 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is $35 (€28); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI train time is 5 h 36 min covering the 61 mile (99 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI leaves at 2: 55 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Grand Rapids, MI. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The cheapest month for a train from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between East Lansing, MI and Grand Rapids, MI including taking a bus or train.