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East Lansing to Gaylord Bus Schedule
Bus from East Lansing to Gaylord: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from East Lansing to Gaylord. Traveling by bus from East Lansing to Gaylord usually takes around 5 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 159 mi (255 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $36.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from East Lansing to Gaylord?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from East Lansing to Gaylord. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails | 2 | 5h 45m | $36.00 |
Book Indian Trails from East Lansing to Gaylord from $36. There are 2 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from East Lansing to Gaylord and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Gaylord. In East Lansing, Indian Trails departs to Gaylord from 1240 S. Harrison . In Gaylord, Indian Trails arrives at 1041 W Main St .
An average trip on Indian Trails from East Lansing to Gaylord takes 5 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Gaylord in 4 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Gaylord.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from East Lansing to Gaylord
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 159 miles from East Lansing to Gaylord. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 20 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from East Lansing to Gaylord, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from East Lansing to Gaylord. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from East Lansing to Gaylord; ticket prices start at $58.00.
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 East Lansing?
Main departure station: 1240 S. Harrison
Most buses depart from the main station in East Lansing.
All bus stations in East Lansing:
1240 S. Harrison
Where does the bus arrive in Gaylord?
Main arrival station: 1041 W Main St
All buses from East Lansing arrive at one main station in Gaylord.
All bus stations in Gaylord:
1041 W Main St
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