What is the cheapest way to get from Lansing to Ankeny?

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Ankeny is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 8h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lansing to Ankeny?

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Ankeny is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $210 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and Ankeny?

No, there is no direct bus from Lansing to Ankeny. However, there are services departing from Lansing, MI and arriving at Dmacc Blvd / Bldg 13, Ank via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Chicago and Locust St / 7Th St, Dsm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 13m.

How far is it from Lansing to Ankeny?

The distance between Lansing and Ankeny is 494 miles. The road distance is 534.6 miles.

How do I travel from Lansing to Ankeny without a car?

The best way to get from Lansing to Ankeny without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 58m and costs $95 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Lansing to Ankeny?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Lansing to Ankeny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lansing to Ankeny bus from?

Lansing to Ankeny bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Lansing, MI station.

Bus or fly from Lansing to Ankeny?

The best way to get from Lansing to Ankeny is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $210 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $270 and takes 18h 13m.

Where does the Lansing to Ankeny bus arrive?

Lansing to Ankeny bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo, MI station.

What is the time difference between Lansing and Ankeny?

Ankeny is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 6:23 PM in Lansing and 5:23 PM in Ankeny.

Can I drive from Lansing to Ankeny?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Ankeny is 535 miles. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Lansing to Ankeny.

Where can I stay near Ankeny?

There are 219+ hotels available in Ankeny.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lansing to Ankeny by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)LAN - DSM
5h 24m
$215–1,158
Drive 531.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lansing to Ankeny531.5 mi
8h 47m
$97–141
Train, bus
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationBlue Water
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
14h 58m
$98–266
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
15h 7m
$150–372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moines
18h 13m
$124–267

Lansing to Ankeny by bus, train, and foot

7Weekly Services

14h 58mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 491.1 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Lansing, MI, USA and Ankeny, IA, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lansing, MI to Dmacc Blvd / Bldg 13, Ank via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Chicago, Des Moines, and Locust St / 7Th St, Dsm in around 18h 13m.

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