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Compare bus, train, and flight for Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $110. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 14h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $110, and a flight costs an average of $914.
Distance: 606 miles (976 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$407 Average price | $914 Average price | $110 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 37m Average total duration 19h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 57m Average total duration Fastest 14h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 45m Average total duration 25h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI:
A bus is $297 (€244) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI costing on average $407 (€334).
A bus is $804 (€659) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI costing on average $914 (€749).
Other travel options to East Lansing, MI take longer:
Train takes on average 19h 7m.
Bus takes on average 25h 15m.
Tickets start at around $407 (€334) compared to roughly $142 (€116) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-265.28 (€-217.39). The journey takes 19h 7m versus 10h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI
Trains from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $407 (€334) but you can travel from only $110 (€90) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:54, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 606 miles (976 km) distance in 50h 41m.
Distance 606 miles (976 km) |
Average train duration 19h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $407 (€334) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 50h 41m |
First train 8:54 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hartford, CT and East Lansing, MI from $110 (€90). 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 Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, 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 East Lansing, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hartford, CT to East Lansing, MI
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
- 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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