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 45m.

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 45m 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 CATA Intermodal Downtown and arriving at Dekalb via Benton Harbor Bus Stop and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Lansing to DeKalb?

The distance between Lansing and DeKalb is 312 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 bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $50 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m 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 Indian Trails, depart from CATA Intermodal Downtown station.

Train or bus from Lansing to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Lansing to DeKalb is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Lansing to DeKalb bus arrive?

Lansing to DeKalb bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Greyhound Benton Harbor station.

What is the time difference between Lansing and DeKalb?

DeKalb is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 3:53 AM in Lansing and 2:53 AM in DeKalb.

Can I drive from Lansing to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to DeKalb is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m 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 bus (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 CATA Intermodal Downtown to Greyhound Benton Harborbus
2. Take the bus from Benton Harbor Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus
8h 50m
$51–98
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 7m
$45–85
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 23m
$58–132
Drive 273 mi
1. Drive from Lansing to DeKalbcar 273 mi
4h 45m
$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 53m
$74–419

Lansing to DeKalb by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 50mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 310.6 mi
Duration: 8h 50m

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

You can take a bus from CATA Intermodal Downtown to Dekalb via Benton Harbor Bus Stop and Chicago Bus Station in around 8h 50m. 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 23m.

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