Plan Your Visit
Visiting campus is the best way to experience Alma College. Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, Alma offers convenient hospitality and travel options, including on-campus accommodations.
Location Details
Alma College is located in the city of Alma, population 10,000, in the center of Michigan’s lower peninsula. Fifty miles north of Lansing and two and one-half hours northwest of Detroit, Alma is found at the intersection of US 127 and Route 46. The 100-acre main campus is a block and a half west of downtown Alma, and within two hours of Michigan’s beaches and ski areas.
Alma College
614 W. Superior St.
Alma, MI 48801
(989) 463-7111
Driving Directions
From the north
- Take US 127 to Alma, 17 miles south of Mount Pleasant.
- Take the first Alma exit, which is Business 127.
- At the fourth light on Business 127 (also called Wright Avenue), turn right on Superior Street.
- The College will be on your right.
From the south
- Take US 127 to Alma, 48 miles north of Lansing.
- Take the first Alma exit to Business 127, and follow this route (which becomes Superior Street) through the downtown business district.
- Continue on Superior Street past Wright Avenue.
- Alma College will be on your right.
From the west
- Take Route 46 from US 131, about 40 miles.
- Turn right on Business 127.
- At the fourth light on Business 127 (also called Wright Avenue) turn right on Superior Street.
- Alma College will be on your right.
From the east
- Take Route 46 from Saginaw, about 35 miles.
- Turn left on Business 127.
- At the fourth light on Business 127 (also called Wright Avenue) turn right on Superior Street.
- Alma College will be on your right.
Parking Passes and Campus Maps
Request a free parking pass for your visit and access a variety of campus maps to guide your time at Alma. Options include maps with color-coded parking, accessible transit routes, and an interactive map highlighting the history and features of campus.
By Plane, Train, or Bus
If home is out of state or you’re looking for alternate transportation methods, we have many options for you. We’ve provided information on some of the most common transportation modes below.
By Plane
The following are major airports in the State of Michigan:
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
- Bishop International Airport: Flint (FNT)
- Gerald R. Ford International Airport: Grand Rapids (GRR)
- Capital Region International Airport: Lansing (LAN)
- Midland-Bay City-Saginaw International Airport (MBS)
By Train
The closest Amtrak station to Alma College is in East Lansing (LNS).
View Amtrak
By Bus
Greyhound
There is a Greyhound Bus stop in Alma, Mich. We recommend you call Greyhound at 1-800-231-2222 regarding schedules, routes and fares. Students can receive a 15% discount on Greyhound fares by purchasing a Student Advantage Card.
Indian Trails
Indian Trails busses stop in Alma as part of their Lansing to Boyne City route. We recommend you call Indian Trails at 1-800-292-3831 regarding schedules, routes and fares.
Stay Alma: Overnight Accommodations
Hospitality and Event Services offers overnight accommodations, wedding venues, personalized event planning, and superior guest services. The Smith Alumni House is a home away from home. Located on the corner of Philadelphia and Superior Streets, the Smith Alumni house has four guest rooms each with a private, attached bathroom. Guests also have access to use the first floor kitchen and living room. Another available overnight option, the Meyer House, is a two bedroom bungalow located one block for the Smith Alumni House. This option offers private accommodations including a full kitchen, dining room, and living room.
There are additional hotel options available in Alma, Ithaca, St. Louis, and Mt. Pleasant.
Traveling over 200 miles to visit us?
We offer travel reimbursements that include up to two nights of accommodations and up to $300 in travel expense reimbursement for prospective students of junior in high school status or above.