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

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Elkhart is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Elkhart is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Lansing to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Lansing, MI and arriving at Transfer Center via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Gary and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

How far is it from Lansing to Elkhart?

The distance between Lansing and Elkhart is 313 miles. The road distance is 121.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lansing to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs $50 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Lansing to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lansing to Elkhart bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lansing to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Lansing to Elkhart is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs $50 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $150 and takes 11h 19m.

Where does the Lansing to Elkhart bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lansing to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Elkhart is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Lansing to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 203+ hotels available in Elkhart.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationBlue Water
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
7h 55m
$54–169
Drive 120.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lansing to Elkhart120.4 mi
2h 35m
$22–32
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to ToledoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Toledo to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
8h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Gary Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Gary to South Bend, IN
11h 19m
$66–141
Bus via Toledo
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to ToledoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to South Bend TranspoGreyhound US0164
11h 27m

Lansing to Elkhart by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

7h 55mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.9 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Lansing, MI, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Lansing, MI to Elkhart Amtrak Station via East Lansing, MI, East Lansing Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 7h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lansing, MI to Transfer Center via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Gary Bus Station, Gary, and South Street Station in around 11h 19m.

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