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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from East Lansing to Oscoda. Traveling by bus from East Lansing to Oscoda usually takes around 4 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 130 mi (209 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $32.00 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from East Lansing to Oscoda?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from East Lansing to Oscoda. 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 | 3 | 4h 35m | $33.33 |
Book Indian Trails from East Lansing to Oscoda from $32. There are 3 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from East Lansing to Oscoda and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Oscoda. In East Lansing, Indian Trails departs to Oscoda from East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) and one other station. In Oscoda, Indian Trails arrives at 5325 N US-23 .
An average trip on Indian Trails from East Lansing to Oscoda takes 4 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Oscoda in 4 hours and 15 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 130 miles from East Lansing to Oscoda. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 15 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from East Lansing to Oscoda, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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: East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
East Lansing has two bus stations with service to Oscoda.
All bus stations in East Lansing:
East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
1240 S. Harrison
Where does the bus arrive in Oscoda?
Main arrival station: 5325 N US-23
All buses from East Lansing arrive at one main station in Oscoda.
All bus stations in Oscoda:
5325 N US-23
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