How much is the bus ticket from East Lansing to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from East Lansing to Detroit start from A$38. The average price for this route is around A$59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from East Lansing to Detroit?

The average bus trip duration from East Lansing to Detroit is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 78 miles (125 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Michigan Flyer .

Which bus companies service the East Lansing to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Michigan Flyer , Indian Trails .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East Lansing to Detroit?

The earliest bus departs from East Lansing to Detroit at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East Lansing to Detroit?

A bus trip from East Lansing to Detroit generates an estimated 3.124275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from East Lansing to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Michigan Flyer , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East Lansing to Detroit?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Michigan Flyer has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from East Lansing to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 East Lansing to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus East Lansing to Detroit from A$32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for East Lansing to Detroit on April 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:25pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	2h 50m	7:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:15pm	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	2h 5m	5:20pm	DTW McNamara Terminal	Fastest
Bus	3:35pm	East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)	3h 40m	7:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	2h 15m	5:30pm	DTW Evans Terminal	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	East Lansing (Bus/Amtrak)	2h 55m	7:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for East Lansing to Detroit on April 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	1h 55m	3:55am	DTW McNamara Terminal	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:00am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	2h 5m	4:05am	DTW Evans Terminal	No tags
Bus	3:30am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	1h 55m	5:25am	DTW McNamara Terminal	No tags
Bus	3:30am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	2h 5m	5:35am	DTW Evans Terminal	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Michigan Flyer - East Lansing	2h 5m	6:50am	DTW McNamara Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:25 PM EDT.

Get from East Lansing to Detroit

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just A$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

2h 15mAverage Duration

78 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in East Lansing and Detroit?

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

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Compare bus companies

Michigan Flyer

5.0/53 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

Indian Trails

3.9/542 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi4.5

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from East Lansing to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from East Lansing to Detroit start from A$38. The average price for this route is around A$59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from East Lansing to Detroit?
The average bus trip duration from East Lansing to Detroit is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 78 miles (125 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Michigan Flyer.
Which bus companies service the East Lansing to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Michigan Flyer, Indian Trails.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East Lansing to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from East Lansing to Detroit at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East Lansing to Detroit?
A bus trip from East Lansing to Detroit generates an estimated 3.124275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from East Lansing to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Michigan Flyer, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East Lansing to Detroit?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Michigan Flyer has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from East Lansing to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 East Lansing to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveler 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

04/15

A$36

04/16

A$36

Today

A$36

04/18

A$36

04/19

A$36

04/20

A$49

04/21

A$36

04/22

A$49

The cheapest trip from East Lansing to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of A$36

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

You can expect to pay from A$36 to A$49 for a bus ticket from East Lansing to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$36 which is on 2026-04-18.

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.