Train from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Detroit to Lansing on 12 December
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Amtrak
Amtrak Station
East Lansing StationCheapest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
East Lansing StationFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
East Lansing StationNo tags
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
East Lansing StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Lansing

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lansing. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 332, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
3h 20mAverage duration
131 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 332 - R 919Average duration3h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 755 - R 2 133Average duration11h 20m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Detroit to Lansing?

    The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Lansing start from R 755. The average price for this train route is around R 1 095. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Detroit to Lansing?

    The average train journey time from Detroit to Lansing is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Detroit to Lansing route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Detroit to Lansing?

    The earliest train from Detroit to Lansing departs at 09:35. And the latest train departs at 09:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/12
R 865
10/12
R 744
Today
R 899
12/12
R 1 401
13/12
R 969
14/12
R 1 297
15/12
R 969
16/12
R 709
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 709

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 709 to R 2 714 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Lansing, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 709, which is on 2025-12-16.

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