How much is the train ticket from Washington to Lansing?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lansing start from $160. The average price for this train route is around $231. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Lansing?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Lansing is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 472 miles (760 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Lansing route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Lansing?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Lansing at 10:35am. And the latest train departs at 3:57pm.

Train Washington to Lansing from $103 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Lansing on January 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05am	East Lansing Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05am	East Lansing Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags
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Next departures for Washington to Lansing on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05am	East Lansing Station	CheapestFastest
11:39am	Union Station	1d 9h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags
11:39am	Union Station	1d 9h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags
11:39am	Union Station	1d 9h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05am	East Lansing Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Lansing on January 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	Cheapest
3:57pm	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05am	East Lansing Station	Fastest
3:57pm	Union Station	18h 8m	10:05am	East Lansing Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	1d 4h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags

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

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lansing

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Lansing. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

478 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$101 - $304	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $624	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $160

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Lansing, MI by train

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 train ticket from Washington to Lansing?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lansing start from $160. The average price for this train route is around $231. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Lansing?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Lansing is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 472 miles (760 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Lansing route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Lansing?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Lansing at 10:35am. And the latest train departs at 3:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

$172

01/13

$172

Today

$153

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01/16

$153

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lansing, MI was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $153

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 $153 to $1,254 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 $153 which is on 2026-01-16.