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 47m.

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 47m 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 WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE, East Lansing Amtrak Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Lansing to DeKalb?

The distance between Lansing and DeKalb is 303 miles. The road distance is 274.2 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 bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $80 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m 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 Amtrak, depart from East Lansing Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Lansing to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Lansing to DeKalb is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $80 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $160 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Lansing to DeKalb bus arrive?

Lansing to DeKalb bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Lansing and DeKalb?

DeKalb is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 8:19 PM in Lansing and 7:19 PM in DeKalb.

Can I drive from Lansing to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to DeKalb is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Lansing to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are nine+ 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 bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
8h 25m
$84–145
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from CATA Intermodal Downtown to South Haven Potatoes Plusbus
2. Take the bus from South Haven to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
10h 5m
$47–88
Train
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Blue Water
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
9h 21m
$68–152
Drive 272.6 mi
1. Drive from Lansing to DeKalbcar 272.6 mi
4h 47m
$50–72
Fly, train
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
5h 44m
$69–399

Lansing to DeKalb by bus and foot

1Weekly Services

8h 25mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lansing to DeKalb.

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Distance: 300.8 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

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

You can take a bus from NBD Grand Ave before E Allegan St to Dekalb via EBD Gr. River past Abbot Rd, WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago Bus Station in around 8h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from CATA Trans Center to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via NBD Harrison past Kalamazoo, Brody Complex, Capital Area Multimodal Gateway, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Clinton & Quincy, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 9h 21m.

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