What is the cheapest way to get from Michigan State University to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Michigan State University to Detroit is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Michigan State University to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Michigan State University to Detroit is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Michigan State University and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from East Lansing, MI and arriving at Detroit, MI. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Michigan State University and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Michigan State University station to Detroit. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Amtrak Station and arriving at Detroit via Battle Creek. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Michigan State University to Detroit?

The distance between Michigan State University and Detroit is 112 miles. The road distance is 82.5 miles.

How do I travel from Michigan State University to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Michigan State University to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 2h 57m and costs $19 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Michigan State University to Detroit?

The bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Michigan State University to Detroit bus from?

Michigan State University to Detroit bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from East Lansing, MI station.

Where do I catch the Michigan State University to Detroit train from?

Michigan State University to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from East Lansing Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Michigan State University to Detroit?

The best way to get from Michigan State University to Detroit is to bus which takes 2h 57m and costs $19 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $130 and takes 4h 57m, you could also fly, which costs $70 - $440 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Michigan State University to Detroit bus arrive?

Michigan State University to Detroit bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Detroit, MI station.

Where does the Michigan State University to Detroit train arrive?

Michigan State University to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Battle Creek station.

Can I drive from Michigan State University to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan State University to Detroit is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Michigan State University to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 431+ hotels available in Detroit.

Michigan State University to Detroit - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Michigan State University to Detroit by bus, train (Amtrak), 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 East Lansing, MI to Detroit, MIbus 1483 / ...
2h 57m
$19–40
Bus via Detroit Metro Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus 8000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Metro Airport North Terminal to Larned + Woodwardbus 261
3h 38m
$12–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Battle Creektrain Blue Water
2. Take the train from Battle Creek to Detroittrain Wolverine
4h 57m
$49–127
Drive 82 mi
1. Drive from Michigan State University to Detroitcar 82 mi
1h 38m
$15–22
Fly
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Detroit (DTW)plane LAN - DTW
2h 41m
$74–438
Bus via Ann Arbor
1. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus 8000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit - Grand Circus Parkbus Ann Arbor to Detroit
3h 11m
$17–35

Michigan State University to Detroit by foot and bus

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Distance: 111.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Michigan State University, Ingham County, MI, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Indian Trails operates a bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit, MI twice daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Michigan State University to Detroit via East Lansing Amtrak Station and Battle Creek in around 4h 57m.

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