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

The cheapest way to get from Franklin to Grand Rapids is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Franklin to Grand Rapids is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Franklin and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Franklin to Grand Rapids. However, there are services departing from Telegraph & S Cromwell and arriving at Greyhound Grand Rapids via 12 Mile & Telegraph and Greyhound Southfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Franklin to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Franklin and Grand Rapids is 214 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Franklin to Grand Rapids without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 47m and costs $80 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Franklin to Grand Rapids, including transfers.

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

Franklin to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Greyhound Southfield station.

Where does the Franklin to Grand Rapids bus arrive?

Franklin to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Greyhound Grand Rapids station.

Can I drive from Franklin to Grand Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Franklin to Grand Rapids is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Franklin to Grand Rapids.

Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 155+ hotels available in Grand Rapids.

Franklin to Grand Rapids - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Franklin to Grand Rapids by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Kalamazootrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Grand Rapidsbus 1484
5h 47m
$81–165
Drive 135.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Franklin to Grand Rapidscar 135.6 mi
2h 23m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyhound Southfield to Greyhound Grand Rapidsbus 1483
5h 57m
$32–59

Franklin to Grand Rapids by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 57mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.9 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

Indian Trails operates a bus from Greyhound Southfield to Greyhound Grand Rapids once daily. Tickets cost $28–55 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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