What is the cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Defiance?

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Defiance is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Lansing to Defiance?

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Defiance is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $19 - $29.

How far is it from East Lansing to Defiance?

The distance between East Lansing and Defiance is 244 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Lansing to Defiance without a car?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Defiance without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 4m and costs $110 - $190.

How long does it take to get from East Lansing to Defiance?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from East Lansing to Defiance, including transfers.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Defiance?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Defiance is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from East Lansing to Defiance.

Where can I stay near Defiance?

There are 13+ hotels available in Defiance.

East Lansing to Defiance - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from East Lansing to Defiance by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Toledo to Bryan Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
7h 4m
$112–183
Drive 107.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Lansing to Defiancecar 107.1 mi
2h 27m
$20–29

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from East Lansing to Defiance.

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Distance: 243 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Defiance, OH, USA?

There is no direct connection from East Lansing to Defiance. However, you can take the line 20 bus to Capital Area Multimodal Gateway, take the bus to Toledo, walk to Toledo, take the train to Bryan Amtrak Station, then take the taxi to Defiance. Alternatively, you can drive from East Lansing to Defiance in around 2h 27m.

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