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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Detroit is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Detroit is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grand Rapids and arriving at Detroit. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Detroit is 182 miles. The road distance is 151.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $30 - $55.

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

The bus from Grand Rapids to Detroit takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

Where does the Grand Rapids to Detroit bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Detroit is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Grand Rapids to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 510+ hotels available in Detroit.

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Detroit by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Detroitbus It 22
4h 20m
$30–55
Drive 150.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Detroitcar 150.6 mi
2h 47m
$28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus 1484
2. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Detroittrain Wolverine
5h 17m
$45–109
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Detroit (DTW)plane LAN - DTW
3h 24m
$58–388
Line 6 bus to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Fountain/Division to Kentwood Station - Woodlandbus
2. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Detroit (DTW)plane GRR - DTW
5h
$56–396

Grand Rapids to Detroit by bus

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

Indian Trails operates a bus from Grand Rapids to Detroit once daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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