What is the cheapest way to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and Downtown Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lansing, MI and arriving at Detroit, MI. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Lansing to Downtown Detroit?

The distance between Lansing and Downtown Detroit is 117 miles. The road distance is 87.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lansing to Downtown Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $20 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit?

The bus from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Lansing to Downtown Detroit bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lansing to Downtown Detroit?

The best way to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $20 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $440 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Lansing to Downtown Detroit bus arrive?

Lansing to Downtown Detroit bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Detroit, MI station.

Can I drive from Lansing to Downtown Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Downtown Detroit is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Lansing to Downtown Detroit.

Where can I stay near Downtown Detroit?

There are 478+ hotels available in Downtown Detroit.

Lansing to Downtown Detroit - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Lansing to Downtown Detroit by bus, car, or plane

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 Lansing, MI to Detroit, MIbus 1483
3h 10m
$20–45
Drive 87.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lansing to Downtown Detroitcar 87.4 mi
1h 36m
$16–23
Fly
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Detroit (DTW)plane LAN - DTW
2h 32m
$67–440

Lansing to Downtown Detroit by bus

7Weekly Buses

3h 10mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.7 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Lansing, MI, USA and Downtown Detroit, MI, USA?

Indian Trails operates a bus from Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI once daily. Tickets cost $20–45 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Delta flies from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Detroit (DTW) 3 times a day.

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