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Cheap bus tickets from East Lansing to St Ignace
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Bus from East Lansing to St Ignace: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from East Lansing to St Ignace. Traveling by bus from East Lansing to St Ignace usually takes around 8 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 35 minutes.
- Distance
- 217 mi (350 km)
- Shortest duration
- 6h 35m
- Cheapest price
- $48.00
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Indian Trails
- Bus lines
- 1
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There are several bus options that can take you from East Lansing to St Ignace:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from East Lansing to St Ignace?
Bus tickets for a trip from East Lansing to St Ignace cost $53.95 on average. Tickets cheaper than $53.95 are an excellent bargain. 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 East Lansing to St Ignace by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from East Lansing to St Ignace in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $54 to $54. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 21, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to St Ignace this week, bus tickets are available starting at $54.
Average bus ticket prices from East Lansing to St Ignace by month
Taking the bus from East Lansing to St Ignace is usually cheapest in December, when the average ticket price is only $47. If you're planning to take the bus from East Lansing to St Ignace during May, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $54. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.
What bus companies travel from East Lansing to St Ignace?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from East Lansing to St Ignace. 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 | 4 | 8h 42m | $53.98 |
Book Indian Trails from East Lansing to St Ignace from $48. There are 4 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from East Lansing to St Ignace and you can expect on average to pay $53.98 for a Indian Trails ticket to St Ignace. In East Lansing, Indian Trails departs to St Ignace from 1240 S. Harrison. In St Ignace, Indian Trails arrives at Transp Ctr.
An average trip on Indian Trails from East Lansing to St Ignace takes 8 hours and 42 minutes, while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to St Ignace in 6 hours and 35 minutes.
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $48 for a weekend trip to St Ignace.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from East Lansing to St Ignace
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from East Lansing to St Ignace 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. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from East Lansing to St Ignace; ticket prices start at $70.
Trips per day
4
Direct trips
1
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 217 miles from East Lansing to St Ignace. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 35 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.
Distance (mi)
217
Distance (km)
350
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 3:50pm. To see the times for all buses from East Lansing to St Ignace, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
1:00pm
Latest bus
3:50pm
Because many passengers travel from East Lansing to St Ignace at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to St Ignace, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Sunday
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 St Ignace?
Main arrival station: Transp Ctr
All buses from East Lansing arrive at one main station in St Ignace.
All bus stations in St Ignace:
- Transp Ctr
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