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East Lansing - Traverse City Coach Timetable
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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from East Lansing to Traverse City. Traveling by coach from East Lansing to Traverse City usually takes around 5 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 151 mi (243 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £31.12 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Price trends for coaches from East Lansing to Traverse City
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from East Lansing to Traverse City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from East Lansing to Traverse City. Indian Trails is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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| Indian Trails | 2 | 5h 55m | £31.12 |
Book Indian Trails from East Lansing to Traverse City from £31. There are 2 Indian Trails schedules from East Lansing to Traverse City and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Traverse City. In East Lansing, Indian Trails departs to Traverse City from East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) and 1 other station. In Traverse City, Indian Trails arrives at 115 Hall St and no other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from East Lansing to Traverse City takes 5 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Traverse City in 5 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Traverse City.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 151 miles from East Lansing to Traverse City. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Traverse City. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."
The first coach leaves at 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all coaches from East Lansing to Traverse City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from East Lansing to Traverse City. However, neither coach offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from East Lansing to Traverse City; ticket prices start at £42.30.
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 coach leave from in East Lansing?
Main departure station: 1240 S. Harrison
East Lansing has two coach stations with service to Traverse City.
All coach stations in East Lansing:
1240 S. Harrison
East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
Where does the coach arrive in Traverse City?
Main arrival station: 115 Hall St
All coaches from East Lansing arrive at one main station in Traverse City.
Coach stations in Traverse City:
115 Hall St
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