What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Grand Rapids. However, there are services departing from Commerce Crossing & River Crossing Blvd and arriving at Greyhound Grand Rapids via Indianapolis Union Station, Gary Bus Station and Greyhound Benton Harbor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Carmel and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct train from Carmel to Grand Rapids station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Carmel to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Carmel and Grand Rapids is 269 miles. The road distance is 237.8 miles.

How do I travel from Carmel to Grand Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids without a car is to bus via Benton Harbor which takes 10h 11m and costs $70 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Grand Rapids bus from?

Carmel to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Grand Rapids train from?

Carmel to Grand Rapids train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Carmel to Grand Rapids?

The best way to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids is to bus via Benton Harbor which takes 10h 11m and costs $70 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $300 and takes 10h 32m.

Where does the Carmel to Grand Rapids bus arrive?

Carmel to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Gary Bus Station.

Where does the Carmel to Grand Rapids train arrive?

Carmel to Grand Rapids train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Carmel to Grand Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Grand Rapids is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Carmel to Grand Rapids.

Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 155+ hotels available in Grand Rapids.

Carmel to Grand Rapids - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Carmel to Grand Rapids by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Carmel to Indianapolis-Airport-INDtaxi
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)plane IND - GRR
5h 58m
$168–742
Drive 236.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Grand Rapidscar 236.4 mi
4h 13m
$44–63
Bus via Benton Harbor
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Gary Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Benton Harbor Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Greyhound Benton Harbor to Greyhound Grand Rapidsbus
10h 11m
$74–122
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain Pere Marquette
10h 32m
$157–299
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus
12h 5m
$118–203

Indianapolis (IND) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) flights

130Weekly Planes

4h 17mAverage Duration

$94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Carmel, IN, USA and Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Carmel to Greyhound Grand Rapids via Commerce Crossing & River Crossing Blvd, Ctc-J, Indianapolis Union Station, Gary Bus Station, and Greyhound Benton Harbor in around 10h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Carmel to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Indianapolis and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 32m.

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