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Lansing to Traverse City Bus Schedule
Bus from Lansing to Traverse City: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Lansing to Traverse City. Traveling by bus from Lansing to Traverse City usually takes around 5 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 150 mi (241 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 35m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 810.09 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from Lansing to Traverse City
Average bus ticket prices from Lansing to Traverse City by month
What bus companies travel from Lansing to Traverse City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from 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 55m | CZK 810.09 |
Book Indian Trails from Lansing to Traverse City from CZK 810. There are 2 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from Lansing to Traverse City and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Traverse City. In Lansing, Indian Trails departs to Traverse City from East Lansing (Michigan Flyer) and one other station. In Traverse City, Indian Trails arrives at 115 Hall St .
An average trip on Indian Trails from Lansing to Traverse City takes 5 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Traverse City in 5 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Traverse City.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Lansing to Traverse City
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 150 miles from Lansing to Traverse City. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 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.
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 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lansing to Traverse City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Lansing
Lansing is popularly known as the Heart of Michigan, particularly heartwarming since it's the state capital. As a destination, Lansing stands out for its numerous quaint surroundings, alfresco dining, and lots of entertaining things to do.
Families with kids should check out the Impression 5 Science Center and Michigan Historical Museum. These spots will give your kids both fun and education, as they learn about science and history, respectively.
If you're traveling with a creative group, the recommended spots to visit are the art galleries in the area; these include the Absolute Gallery, Art Path, and Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University.
When you're done sightseeing and are ready to wind down, plan to get some drinks downtown. Lansing's Makers and Shakers Adult Beverage Trail guides you to some of the city's top spots to taste so much more than the local beers. But since that activity is off-limits to kids, families might prefer restaurants like 517 BBQ, American Bistro, and Arcadia Smokehouse.
Lansing is well-connected by plane, train, and bus routes. The nearest airport, Capital Region International Airport, is only a few miles from the city center. Amtrak's Blue Water line stops in Lansing on its way from Chicago to Port Huron. And bus companies including Greyhound, Indian Trails, and Jefferson Lines offer over a hundred routes in and out of Lansing, making your travels a snap.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Lansing?
Main departure station: East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
Lansing has two bus stations with service to Traverse City.
All bus stations in Lansing:
East Lansing (Michigan Flyer)
CATA Transportation Center
Where does the bus arrive in Traverse City?
Main arrival station: 115 Hall St
All buses from Lansing arrive at one main station in Traverse City.
All bus stations in Traverse City:
115 Hall St
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