What is the cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Traverse City is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Lansing to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Traverse City is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from East Lansing, MI and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Grand Rapids, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from East Lansing to Traverse City?

The distance between East Lansing and Traverse City is 219 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Lansing to Traverse City without a car?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Traverse City without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from East Lansing to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from East Lansing to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Lansing to Traverse City bus from?

East Lansing to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from East Lansing, MI station.

Bus or fly from East Lansing to Traverse City?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Traverse City is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $490 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the East Lansing to Traverse City bus arrive?

East Lansing to Traverse City bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Grand Rapids, MI station.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Traverse City is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from East Lansing to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 484+ hotels available in Traverse City.

East Lansing to Traverse City - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from East Lansing to Traverse City by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MIbus 1483
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse City, MIbus 1484
6h 35m
$37–80
Drive 173.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Lansing to Traverse Citycar 173.8 mi
3h 14m
$32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Traverse City (TVC)plane LAN - TVC
7h 7m
$94–487

East Lansing to Traverse City by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 35mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.5 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Traverse City, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from East Lansing, MI to Traverse City, MI via Grand Rapids, MI in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, Delta and American Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Traverse City (TVC) 5 times a day.

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