How much is the bus ticket from Lansing to New York City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lansing to New York City start from $143. The average price for this route is around $196. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Lansing to New York City?

The average bus trip duration from Lansing to New York City is 1d , covering a distance of 564 miles (909 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Lansing to New York City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lansing to New York City?

The earliest bus departs from Lansing to New York City at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:05pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lansing to New York City?

A bus trip from Lansing to New York City generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Lansing to New York City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lansing to New York City?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Lansing to New York City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lansing to New York City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lansing to New York City from $204 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lansing to New York City on December 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Lansing	1d 1h	5:15pm	New York (Hudson Yards)	Cheapest
	7:00pm	East Lansing Station	21h 50m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	7:00pm	East Lansing Station	23h 42m	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	7:00pm	East Lansing Station	23h 48m	6:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:10pm	Lansing	1d 3h	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lansing to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d Average Duration

564 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$143 - $294	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$222 - $2,155	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lansing and New York City?

Stops in Lansing

A
CATA Transportation Center
420 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933
B
955 Alton Road
955 Alton Road, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA

Stops in New York City

A
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
Visit page
B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
Visit page
C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
Visit page
E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
Visit page
F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,665 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,683 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lansing, MI to New York City by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lansing to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lansing to New York City start from $143. The average price for this route is around $196. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lansing to New York City?
The average bus trip duration from Lansing to New York City is 1d , covering a distance of 564 miles (909 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Lansing to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lansing to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Lansing to New York City at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lansing to New York City?
A bus trip from Lansing to New York City generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lansing to New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lansing to New York City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lansing to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lansing to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$280

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$280

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$339

The cheapest trip from Lansing, MI to New York City was searched and found on Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $280

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $280 to $928 for a bus ticket from Lansing, MI to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $280 which is on 2025-12-22.