Next available departures

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on October 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	5h	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	4h 25m	4:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on October 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	5h	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	4h 25m	4:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on October 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	5h	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	4h 25m	4:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on October 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	5h	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	4h 25m	4:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on October 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	5h	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	4h 25m	4:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on October 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	5h	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	4h 25m	4:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Lansing to Chicago on October 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	5h	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Lansing	4h 25m	4:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:00pm	East Lansing Station	10h 25m	10:25pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:14 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lansing to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just TRY 1,570, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 51mAverage Duration

275 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 1,616 - TRY 4,857	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 1,570 - TRY 4,845	Average Duration3h 51m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Lansing and Chicago

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 Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,988 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Amtrak

4.1/56,524 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

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, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lansing, MI to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lansing to Chicago start from TRY 1,616. The average price for this route is around TRY 2,269. 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 Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Lansing to Chicago is 5h, covering a distance of 269 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lansing to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lansing to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Lansing to Chicago at 1:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lansing to Chicago?
A bus trip from Lansing to Chicago generates an estimated 6.7056499999999994 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lansing to Chicago?
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 6497 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lansing to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lansing to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lansing to Chicago?
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.

Best price found

09-28

TRY 1,558

09-29

TRY 1,558

Today

TRY 1,558

10-01

TRY 1,482

10-02

TRY 1,608

10-03

TRY 1,482

10-04

TRY 1,708

10-05

TRY 1,357

The cheapest trip from Lansing, MI to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 5, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,357

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 TRY 1,357 to TRY 6,130 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 TRY 1,357 which is on 2026-10-05.

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.