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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Carmel is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Carmel is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Greyhound Grand Rapids and arriving at Keystone Crossing - 8702 N via Benton Harbor Bus Stop, Gary Bus Station and Ctc-J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Rapids and Carmel?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Rapids station to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Carmel?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Carmel is 326 miles. The road distance is 236.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Carmel without a car is to bus via Benton Harbor which takes 9h 20m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Grand Rapids to Carmel, including transfers.

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

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

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

Grand Rapids to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station.

Train or bus from Grand Rapids to Carmel?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Carmel is to bus via Benton Harbor which takes 9h 20m and costs $65 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $300 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Carmel bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Carmel bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Greyhound Benton Harbor station.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Carmel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Carmel is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Grand Rapids to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 647+ hotels available in Carmel.

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There are 7 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Carmel by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, taxi, bus (Amtrak), or train

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Bus via Benton Harbor
best
1. Take the bus from Greyhound Grand Rapids to Greyhound Benton Harborbus
2. Take the bus from Benton Harbor Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
9h 20m
$65–119
Drive 235.4 mi
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1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Carmelcar 235.4 mi
4h 14m
$43–63
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Pere Marquette
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
10h 31m
$155–296
Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Indianapolis (IND)plane GRR - IND
2. Take the taxi from Indianapolis-Airport-IND to Carmeltaxi
6h 32m
$159–694
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
12h 51m
$120–203
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
3. Take the taxi from Indianapolis-Airport-IND to Carmeltaxi
8h 4m
$547–1,311
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
3. Take the taxi from Indianapolis-Airport-IND to Carmeltaxi
7h 46m
$190–664

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

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Distance: 324.6 mi
Duration: 9h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Greyhound Grand Rapids to Carmel via Benton Harbor Bus Stop, Gary Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, Ctc-J, and Keystone Crossing - 8702 N in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Carmel via Chicago Union Station and Indianapolis in around 10h 31m.

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