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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Petoskey to East Lansing. Traveling by bus from Petoskey to East Lansing usually takes around 6 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 184 mi (296 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $37.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Petoskey to East Lansing?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Petoskey to East Lansing. 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 | 7 | 6h 28m | $40.71 |
Book Indian Trails from Petoskey to East Lansing from $37. There are 7 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from Petoskey to East Lansing and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to East Lansing. In Petoskey, Indian Trails departs to East Lansing from 1850 Anderson Rd . In East Lansing, Indian Trails arrives at 1240 S. Harrison and one other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from Petoskey to East Lansing takes 6 hours and 28 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to East Lansing in 4 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to East Lansing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 184 miles from Petoskey to East Lansing. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 45 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.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Petoskey to East Lansing, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Petoskey to East Lansing 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 Petoskey to East Lansing; ticket prices start at $58.00.
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 Petoskey?
Main departure station: 1850 Anderson Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Petoskey.
All bus stations in Petoskey:
1850 Anderson Rd
Where does the bus arrive in East Lansing?
Main arrival station: 1240 S. Harrison
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in East Lansing.
All bus stations in East Lansing:
1240 S. Harrison
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