What is the cheapest way to get from Lansing to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Traverse City is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lansing to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Traverse City is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Lansing to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from CATA Intermodal Downtown and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Grand Rapids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Lansing to Traverse City?

The distance between Lansing and Traverse City is 213 miles. The road distance is 173.3 miles.

How do I travel from Lansing to Traverse City without a car?

The best way to get from Lansing to Traverse City without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Lansing to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Lansing to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lansing to Traverse City bus from?

Lansing to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from CATA Intermodal Downtown station.

Bus or fly from Lansing to Traverse City?

The best way to get from Lansing to Traverse City is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $600 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Lansing to Traverse City bus arrive?

Lansing to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Greyhound Grand Rapids station.

Can I drive from Lansing to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Traverse City is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Lansing to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 518+ hotels available in Traverse City.

Lansing to Traverse City - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Lansing to Traverse City 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 CATA Intermodal Downtown to Greyhound Grand Rapidsbus 1483
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Traverse City, MIbus 1484
6h 20m
$37–78
Drive 172.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lansing to Traverse Citycar 172.3 mi
3h 22m
$32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Traverse City (TVC)plane LAN - TVC
6h 58m
$93–571

Lansing to Traverse City by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 20mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Lansing, MI, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from CATA Intermodal Downtown to Traverse City, MI via Greyhound Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Traverse City (TVC) every 4 hours.

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