How to get from Albany to Lansing
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Lansing takes approximately 986 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
986 min 1,197.1 km
4 transfers
905
Lake Shore Limited
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
20
01
Departs from: Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking: 13 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
2
Take 905 Bus
Direction: Albany to Schenectady-Gateway Hub
From Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway (13 stops, 45 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Schenectady
4
Take Lake Shore Limited Train
Direction: Chicago
From Schenectady to Toledo (8 stops, 640 min)
5
Take Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service Bus
Direction: East Lansing
From Toledo to East Lansing Amtrak Station (4 stops, 215 min)
6
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to NBD Harrison past Service
7
Take 20 Bus
Direction: 20 South Harrison-East Lansing/Msu
From NBD Harrison past Service to EBD Michigan past Harrison Rd (5 stops, 4 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to WBD Michigan past Center St
9
Take 01 Bus
Direction: 1 Downtown Lansing
From WBD Michigan past Center St to SBD Capitol before W Allegan St (21 stops, 20 min)
10
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Lansing
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Albany:
- Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
- State St & Eagle St
- Eagle St & Howard St
- Washington Ave & S. Swan St
Public transport stations close to Lansing
Lansing is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Lansing:
- EBD Allegan before Townsend St
- SBD Capitol before W Allegan St
- EBD Allegan past Capitol Ave
- SBD Capitol past W Washtenaw St
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Lansing.
How do I travel from Albany to Lansing in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Lansing takes approximately 986 minutes via the 905 bus service.
Can I get directly from Albany to Lansing without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 986 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Lansing?
The 905 line provides bus service between Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St and SBD Capitol before W Allegan St in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Lansing by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Lansing in Albany takes approximately 986 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Lansing?
Board the 905 bus at Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Lansing?
The nearest stop to Lansing is SBD Capitol before W Allegan St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Albany.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.