4.0
I was really quite impressed with the professional but yet nice drivers, relatively comfortable ride and people who also rode were nice.
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Bus from East Lansing to Traverse City: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from East Lansing to Traverse City. Traveling by bus from East Lansing to Traverse City usually takes around 5 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 151 mi (243 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $39.00 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Average score for buses from East Lansing to Traverse City
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What bus 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails | 2 | 5h 56m | $39.00 |
Book Indian Trails from East Lansing to Traverse City from $39. There are 2 trips per day offered by Indian Trails 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 1240 S. Harrison and one other station. In Traverse City, Indian Trails arrives at 115 Hall St .
An average trip on Indian Trails from East Lansing to Traverse City takes 5 hours and 56 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. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Traverse City.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from East Lansing to Traverse City
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 151 miles from East Lansing to Traverse City. However, the fastest bus 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Travelers prefer riding the bus 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 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 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from East Lansing to Traverse City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from East Lansing to Traverse City. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from East Lansing to Traverse City; ticket prices start at $53.00.
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: East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
East Lansing has two bus stations with service to Traverse City.
All bus stations in East Lansing:
East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
1240 S. Harrison
Where does the bus arrive in Traverse City?
Main arrival station: 115 Hall St
All buses from East Lansing arrive at one main station in Traverse City.
All bus stations in Traverse City:
115 Hall St
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