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Eckerman - East Lansing Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 7 intercity buses per day from Eckerman to East Lansing. Traveling by bus from Eckerman to East Lansing usually takes around 9 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance252 mi (406 km)
Shortest duration8h 5m
Cheapest price$76.04
Most frequent serviceIndian Trails
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Eckerman to East Lansing?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Eckerman to East Lansing. Indian Trails connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Indian Trails79h 43m$80.42
  • Book Indian Trails from Eckerman to East Lansing from $76. There are 7 Indian Trails schedules from Eckerman to East Lansing and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to East Lansing. In Eckerman, Indian Trails departs to East Lansing from 29322 West M-28 and no other station. In East Lansing, Indian Trails arrives at 1240 S. Harrison and 1 other station.

    An average trip on Indian Trails from Eckerman to East Lansing takes 9 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to East Lansing in 8 hours and 5 minutes .

    On weekends, Indian Trails offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to East Lansing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 406 kilometers from Eckerman to East Lansing. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00am. To see the times for all buses from Eckerman to East Lansing, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Eckerman to East Lansing every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

East Lansing

East Lansing, a city shockingly located just east of Lansing, is primarily known as the home of Michigan State University. In fact, around half of its population is composed of students, and some of the city's most visited attractions are situated on the college campus. Among them are the historic W. J. Beal Botanical Garden, the 104-foot-tall Beaumont Tower, the contemporary Broad Art Museum, and the renowned Wharton Center for Performing Arts. Aside from its vibrant college life, East Lansing is also known for its yearly events, such as The East Lansing Film Festival, the largest of its kind in the entire state.

Lake Lansing is a go-to for swimming, fishing, or just getting some fresh air, but you'll also find parks and golf courses all around the city. The tree-lined Grand River Avenue divides the MSU campus from the rest of the city; find some of the city's best shopping and dining in the Grand River area, including HopCat, Beggar's Banquet, and Barrio East Lansing.

Public transit buses connect East Lansing to the closest airport, the Capital Region International Airport. However, it's also easy to take an intercity bus to nearby travel hubs, Detroit and Chicago, by booking a ticket with Greyhound, Indian Trails, or Jefferson Lines. East Lansing is a stop on Amtrak's Blue Water line, which makes train travel in and out of the city a breeze.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Eckerman?

Main departure station: 29322 West M-28

Most buses depart from the main station in Eckerman.

All bus stations in Eckerman:

  • 29322 West M-28

Where does the bus arrive in East Lansing?

Main arrival station: 1240 S. Harrison

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in East Lansing.

Bus stations in East Lansing:

  • 1240 S. Harrison

  • East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)

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