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Pros: Bus is on time. Cons: Please place a bus to Southfield directly from Howell so More student can come on weekends and more buses. Tips: No.
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Lansing to Mt. Pleasant Bus Schedule
Bus from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant. Traveling by bus from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant usually takes around 3 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 61 mi (98 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | US$15.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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4.7
How much is a bus ticket from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant?
Bus tickets for a trip from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant cost US$17.73 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Average bus ticket prices from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant by month
Bus tickets from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant are usually around US$15 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.
What bus companies travel from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant. Indian Trails connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails | 5 | 3h 11m | US$18.28 |
Book Indian Trails from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant from US$15. There are 5 Indian Trails schedules from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Mt. Pleasant. In Lansing, Indian Trails departs to Mt. Pleasant from East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) and 1 other station. In Mt. Pleasant, Indian Trails arrives at Central Michigan University Event Center and no other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant takes 3 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Mt. Pleasant in 1 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Mt. Pleasant.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 98 kilometers from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Mt. Pleasant at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Lansing to Mt. Pleasant every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
City Information
Lansing
Lansing is popularly known as the Heart of Michigan, particularly heartwarming since it's the state capital. As a destination, Lansing stands out for its numerous quaint surroundings, alfresco dining, and lots of entertaining things to do.
Families with kids should check out the Impression 5 Science Center and Michigan Historical Museum. These spots will give your kids both fun and education, as they learn about science and history, respectively.
If you're traveling with a creative group, the recommended spots to visit are the art galleries in the area; these include the Absolute Gallery, Art Path, and Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University.
When you're done sightseeing and are ready to wind down, plan to get some drinks downtown. Lansing's Makers and Shakers Adult Beverage Trail guides you to some of the city's top spots to taste so much more than the local beers. But since that activity is off-limits to kids, families might prefer restaurants like 517 BBQ, American Bistro, and Arcadia Smokehouse.
Lansing is well-connected by plane, train, and bus routes. The nearest airport, Capital Region International Airport, is only a few miles from the city center. Amtrak's Blue Water line stops in Lansing on its way from Chicago to Port Huron. And bus companies including Greyhound, Indian Trails, and Jefferson Lines offer over a hundred routes in and out of Lansing, making your travels a snap.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Lansing?
Main departure station: East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
Lansing has two bus stations with service to Mt. Pleasant.
All bus stations in Lansing:
East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
CATA Transportation Center
Where does the bus arrive in Mt. Pleasant?
Main arrival station: Central Michigan University Event Center
All buses from Lansing arrive at one main station in Mt. Pleasant.
Bus stations in Mt. Pleasant:
Central Michigan University Event Center
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