The cheapest and fastest trains from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, 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 Kalamazoo, MI will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 1 trains that leave East Lansing, MI for Kalamazoo, MI on Sun, Mar 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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 and train for East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $34.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$26 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:54 PM East Lansing, MI | 1h29 | 3:23 PM Kalamazoo, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
Trains from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:54, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 08:54 |
Last train 19:11 |
Train companies: Amtrak from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between East Lansing, MI and Kalamazoo, MI from $11 (€9). 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 Kalamazoo, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
- 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.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Food Dance
- Bell's Eccentric Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center
- Comfort Inn Kalamazoo
- Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Metro Transit routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
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