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

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia is to bus and fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $95 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Michigan Flyer and arriving at Philadelphia 30th St Station via Detroit Bus Station and Allentown Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 35m.

How far is it from East Lansing to Philadelphia?

The distance between East Lansing and Philadelphia is 543 miles. The road distance is 635.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia without a car is to bus which takes 20h 35m and costs $140 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Lansing to Philadelphia bus from?

East Lansing to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from East Lansing Michigan Flyer station.

Bus or fly from East Lansing to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $130 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $270 and takes 20h 35m.

Where does the East Lansing to Philadelphia bus arrive?

East Lansing to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Philadelphia is 635 miles. It takes approximately 10h 50m to drive from East Lansing to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 1002+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

East Lansing to Philadelphia - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from East Lansing to Philadelphia by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Fly from Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane LAN - PHL
5h 31m
$134–727
Bus to Detroit, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DTW - PHL
5h 15m
$98–365
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Detroit Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Allentownbus
3. Take the bus from Allentown Transportation Center to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus
20h 35m
$143–264
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Toledobus
2. Take the train from Toledo to Washington Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
21h 16m
$211–466
Drive 631.5 mi
1. Drive from East Lansing to Philadelphiacar 631.5 mi
10h 50m
$116–167

East Lansing to Philadelphia by bus

7Weekly Buses

20h 35mAverage Duration

$143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 539.7 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to Philadelphia 30th St Station via Detroit Bus Station, Allentown, and Allentown Transportation Center in around 20h 35m.

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