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

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to DeKalb is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lansing to DeKalb is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Lansing to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from NBD Grand Ave before E Allegan St and arriving at Dekalb via East Lansing, MI, BTC - Fourth Ave Stop 4, Ann Arbor and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Lansing to DeKalb?

The distance between Lansing and DeKalb is 275 miles. The road distance is 274.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lansing to DeKalb without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs $35 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Lansing to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lansing to DeKalb bus from?

Lansing to DeKalb bus services, operated by Michigan Flyer, depart from East Lansing, MI station.

Train or bus from Lansing to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Lansing to DeKalb is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs $35 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Lansing to DeKalb bus arrive?

Lansing to DeKalb bus services, operated by Michigan Flyer, arrive at Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI station.

What is the time difference between Lansing and DeKalb?

DeKalb is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 10:40 PM in Lansing and 9:40 PM in DeKalb.

Can I drive from Lansing to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to DeKalb is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Lansing to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationBlue Water
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
8h 37m
$36–129
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
2. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburn
11h 13m
$67–165
Drive 273 mi
1. Drive from Lansing to DeKalb273 mi
4h 42m
$50–72
Fly, train
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)LAN - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburn
5h 59m
$66–378
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI
2. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalb
11h 38m
$63–146

Lansing to DeKalb by bus, train, and foot

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8h 37mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.9 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Lansing, MI, USA and DeKalb, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Lansing, MI to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via East Lansing, MI, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from NBD Grand Ave before E Allegan St to Dekalb via EBD Gr. River past Abbot Rd, East Lansing, MI, Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI, BTC - Fourth Ave Stop 4, Amtrak Station, Ann Arbor, and Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 38m.

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