How to Travel from
San Jose to East Lansing
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from San Jose to East Lansing
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (3 807 km)
36 h 27 min
3807 km.
from $209
Other
Train, Plane (Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport)
9 h 50 min
3212 km.
from $201.96
Train
2 d 11 h 50 min
3213 km.
from $628.30
Bus
2 d 19 h 20 min
3210 km.
from $838.97
Train, Plane (Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport)
9 h 36 min
3212 km.
from $355.49
Bus, Plane (Fly Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Detroit)
9 h 4 min
3212 km.
from $263.17
Bus, Plane (Fly Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Gerald R. Ford International Airport)
11 h 44 min
3212 km.
from $301.41
Transport providers
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Capital
Ave. Duration:
9h 33m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$306.16–$1,020.55
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Capital
Ave. Duration:
8h 33m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.60–$829.20
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Gerald
Ave. Duration:
8h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$701.63
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Capital
Ave. Duration:
9h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$369.95–$586.82
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Capital
Ave. Duration:
8h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$306.16–$497.52
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.14–$433.73
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$357.19
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Gerald
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$229.62–$395.46
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
7h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$586.82
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.68–$956.76
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Gerald
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$701.63
Southwest Airlines
Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$204.11–$574.06
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$178.60–$484.76
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Gerald
Ave. Duration:
6h 23m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.35–$523.03
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Emeryville
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.93–$76.54
Train from Emeryville to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.87–$765.41
Train from Chicago Union Station to East
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.07–$121.19
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Dallas
Ave. Duration:
28h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$637.84
Bus from Dallas Bus Station to Nashville
Ave. Duration:
13h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$53.58–$331.68
Bus from Nashville Bus Station to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.37–$280.65
Flixbus USA
Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.44–$114.81
Indian Trails
Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Detroit, MI to East
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.69–$70.16
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.31–$42.10
Michigan Flyer
Bus from Detroit Metro Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.48–$38.27
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to East Lansing?
The cheapest way to get from San Jose to East Lansing is to Caltrain and fly and bus which costs $97.83 - $260.87 and takes 9h 50m.
What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to East Lansing?
The fastest way to get from San Jose to East Lansing is to fly and bus which takes 9h 4m and costs $152.17 - $336.96 .
Is there a direct bus between San Jose and East Lansing?
No, there is no direct bus from San Jose station to East Lansing. However, there are services departing from San Jose Diridon Station and arriving at East Lansing, MI via Los Angeles Union Station, Dallas Bus Station, Nashville Bus Station and Detroit, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 19h.
How far is it from San Jose to East Lansing?
The distance between San Jose and East Lansing is 3223 km. The road distance is 3805.2 km.
How do I travel from San Jose to East Lansing without a car?
The best way to get from San Jose to East Lansing without a car is to train which takes 2 days 11h and costs $217.39 - $869.57 .
How long does it take to get from San Jose to East Lansing?
It takes approximately 11h 21m to get from San Jose to East Lansing, including transfers.
Where do I catch the San Jose to East Lansing bus from?
San Jose to East Lansing bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.
Train, bus or fly from San Jose to East Lansing?
The best way to get from San Jose to East Lansing is to fly which takes 11h 21m and costs $315.22 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $217.39 - $869.57 and takes 2 days 11h, you could also bus, which costs $228.26 - $1304.35 and takes 2 days 19h.
Where does the San Jose to East Lansing bus arrive?
San Jose to East Lansing bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.
What is the time difference between San Jose and East Lansing?
East Lansing is 3h ahead of San Jose. It is currently 09:40 in San Jose and 12:40 in East Lansing.
Can I drive from San Jose to East Lansing?
Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to East Lansing is 3805 km. It takes approximately 36h 31m to drive from San Jose to East Lansing.
Where can I stay near East Lansing?
There are 64+ hotels available in East Lansing. Prices start at $55.89 per night.
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