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Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from East Lansing to Southfield. Traveling by bus from East Lansing to Southfield usually takes around 3 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 67 mi (107 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $19.00 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from East Lansing to Southfield?
Bus tickets for a trip from East Lansing to Southfield cost $19.00 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.
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What bus companies travel from East Lansing to Southfield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from East Lansing to Southfield. 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 | 9 | 3h 24m | $19.29 |
Book Indian Trails from East Lansing to Southfield from $19. There are 9 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from East Lansing to Southfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Southfield. In East Lansing, Indian Trails departs to Southfield from East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) and one other station. In Southfield, Indian Trails arrives at Bus Station .
An average trip on Indian Trails from East Lansing to Southfield takes 3 hours and 24 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Southfield in 2 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 8 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Southfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 67 miles from East Lansing to Southfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 20 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from East Lansing to Southfield for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from East Lansing to Southfield, 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 Southfield.
All bus stations in East Lansing:
East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
1240 S. Harrison
Where does the bus arrive in Southfield?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from East Lansing arrive at one main station in Southfield.
All bus stations in Southfield:
Bus Station
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