The cheapest and fastest trains from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
8 h 56 m
Average duration
8 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
Of the 1 trains that leave East Lansing, MI for Madison, WI on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 402 km distance in an average of 8 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 56 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 56 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, train, and flight for East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €203.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€86 Average price | €350 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration Fastest 7h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 33m Average total duration 21h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI train times
The table below shows live departures for East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:54 PM East Lansing, MI | 8h56 | 9:50 PM Madison, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 56m |
First train 08:54 |
Last train 16:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI start from as low as $84 (€69) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $106 (€86) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between East Lansing, MI and Madison, WI from $60 (€48). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madison, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Lansing, MI to Madison, WI
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- SpringHill Suites East Lansing University Area
- Marriott East Lansing at University Place
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes a waiting room and ticketing area, with access to the platform for Amtrak services.
- Bus: CATA Bus Service available
- Taxi services are also accessible.
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