How much is the train ticket from Washington to Lansing?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lansing start from R 2 683. The average price for this train route is around R 3 884. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Lansing?

The average train journey time from Washington to Lansing is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 760 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Lansing route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Lansing?

The earliest train from Washington to Lansing departs at 10:35. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Lansing from R 1 732 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Lansing on 14 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05	East Lansing Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05	East Lansing Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Lansing on 16 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05	East Lansing Station	CheapestFastest
11:39	Union Station	1d 9h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags
11:39	Union Station	1d 9h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags
11:39	Union Station	1d 9h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05	East Lansing Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Lansing on 20 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:55	East Lansing Station	Cheapest
15:57	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05	East Lansing Station	Fastest
15:57	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05	East Lansing Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:55	East Lansing Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:53 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 684, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

771 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 684 - R 5 097	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 683 - R 10 479	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5733 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 683

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Lansing?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lansing start from R 2 683. The average price for this train route is around R 3 884. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Lansing?
The average train journey time from Washington to Lansing is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 760 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Lansing route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Lansing?
The earliest train from Washington to Lansing departs at 10:35. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/01

R 2 892

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R 2 892

Today

R 2 573

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R 2 573

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lansing, MI was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 573

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 573 to R 21 084 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Lansing, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 573, which is on 2026-01-16.