Next bus departures

Next departures from Detroit to East Lansing on 7 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 50m	12:50	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	Cheapest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	21:45	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 5m	23:50	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:40	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 25m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	5h 35m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:30	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 10m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	12:55	East Lansing (Bus/Amtrak)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	07:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 30m	09:45	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to East Lansing on 8 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 50m	12:50	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	Cheapest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	21:45	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 5m	23:50	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:40	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 25m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	5h 35m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:30	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 10m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	12:55	East Lansing (Bus/Amtrak)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	07:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 30m	09:45	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to East Lansing on 9 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 50m	12:50	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	Cheapest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	21:45	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 5m	23:50	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:40	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 25m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	5h 35m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:30	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 10m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	12:55	East Lansing (Bus/Amtrak)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	07:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 30m	09:45	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to East Lansing on 10 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 50m	12:50	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	Cheapest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	21:45	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 5m	23:50	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:40	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 25m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	5h 35m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:30	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 10m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	12:55	East Lansing (Bus/Amtrak)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	07:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 30m	09:45	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to East Lansing on 11 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 50m	12:50	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	Cheapest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	21:45	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 5m	23:50	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:40	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 25m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	5h 35m	15:35	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	06:30	DTW McNamara Terminal	2h 10m	08:40	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00	Detroit Bus Station	2h 55m	12:55	East Lansing (Bus/Amtrak)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	07:15	DTW Evans Terminal	2h 30m	09:45	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to East Lansing

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach East Lansing. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just €25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

2h 25mAverage duration

112 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€25 - €39	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€40 - €113	Average duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Detroit and East Lansing

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in East Lansing

A
Michigan Flyer - East Lansing
Michigan Flyer - East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
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B
East Lansing Multimodal Gateway
1240 S Harrison Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823
C
Multimodal Gateway
1240 S Harrison Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA

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Michigan Flyer

4.9/541 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi4.5

Users have shared positive feedback about the comfortable seating and smooth rides, with friendly drivers enhancing their travel experience. The buses are described as clean and efficient. However, some users faced challenges obtaining tickets on-site and experienced issues exiting parking ramps in East Lansing late at night.

Michigan Flyer Detroit East Lansing recent customer reviews

Very efficient trip! Eric our driver was great! Bus was beautiful and clean. Awesome experience to be driven/ride to East Lansing. Thank u!

Brenda M.

20 August 2026

The seat was really comfortable, the ride was smooth, and the driver was very friendly.

Finn M.

8 May 2026

Was very pleased I was allowed on a later bus when my plane was delayed. However, when I tried to exit the parking ramp in E Lansing, my ticke:00t wouldn't work. Thankfully, at 1:00 in the morning the afterhours attendant let me out.

Virginia C.

4 April 2026

Indian Trails

3.9/579 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi4.0

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Detroit, MI to East Lansing

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to East Lansing?
The cheapest coach tickets from Detroit to East Lansing start from €25. The average price for this route is around €39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit to East Lansing?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to East Lansing is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 112 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Michigan Flyer.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to East Lansing route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Michigan Flyer, Indian Trails.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to East Lansing?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to East Lansing at 06:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to East Lansing?
A bus journey from Detroit to East Lansing produces an estimated 2.7885 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Detroit to East Lansing?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Michigan Flyer, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to East Lansing?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Michigan Flyer has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Detroit to East Lansing?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Michigan Flyer, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to East Lansing?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Michigan Flyer, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/10

€24

06/10

€32

Today

€23

08/10

€23

09/10

€23

10/10

€23

11/10

€23

12/10

€23

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to East Lansing was searched and found on 7 Oct 2026 with a price of €23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to East Lansing as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €23 to €32 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to East Lansing based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €23, which is on 2026-10-08.

Usually Michigan Flyer will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.