What is the distance between Lansing and Chicago?

About 170 miles (273 km) separate Lansing and Chicago.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lansing to Chicago?

If you're headed to Chicago from Lansing, chances are that your bus will leave from CATA Transportation Center and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art, Robie House, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier and Shedd Aquarium.

Bus Lansing to Chicago from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:10pm	Lansing	5h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
1:10pm	Lansing	4h 50m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:10pm	Lansing	5h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
1:10pm	Lansing	4h 50m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:10pm	Lansing	5h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
1:10pm	Lansing	4h 50m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:10pm	Lansing	5h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
1:10pm	Lansing	4h 50m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:10pm	Lansing	5h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
1:10pm	Lansing	4h 50m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		1:10pm	Lansing	4h 50m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
		1:10pm	Lansing	5h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on November 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
1:10pm	Lansing	4h 50m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 40m	10:40pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
1:10pm	Lansing	5h 25m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lansing to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

165 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $115	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $97	Average Duration3h 51m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,376 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to multiple reviews, the service was cancelled on Christmas Eve due to a lack of staff. However, there are also positive opinions stating that it was a very pleasurable experience.

Amtrak Lansing Chicago recent customer reviews

Several delays but otherwise good

Robin R.

October 7, 2023

It was a very pleasurable experience.

Della H.

March 24, 2023

Cancelled on Christmas Eve due to no staff

Ronald R.

December 28, 2022

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Lansing and Chicago?

Stops in Lansing

A - CATA Transportation Center

B - 955 Alton Road

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lansing, MI to Chicago by bus

What is the distance between Lansing and Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lansing to Chicago?
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$47

11/18

$47

Today

$46

11/20

$52

11/21

$54

11/22

$49

11/23

$56

11/24

$48

The cheapest trip from Lansing, MI to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $122 for a bus ticket from Lansing, MI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.