What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes is to drive which takes 3h and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Great Lakes is 265 miles. The road distance is 177.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 8h 15m and costs $65 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes?

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes, including transfers.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Great Lakes is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes.

Where can I stay near Great Lakes?

There are 61+ hotels available in Great Lakes.

Grand Rapids to Great Lakes - 2 ways to travel via bus, ferry, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes by bus, ferry, or car

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Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to St. Ignacebus 1484
2. Take the ferry from St Ignace to Mackinac Islandferry
8h 15m
$68–113
Drive 176.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Chicagocar 176.1 mi
3h
$33–47

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Distance: 263.5 mi
Duration: 8h 15m

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

There is no direct connection from Grand Rapids to Great Lakes. However, you can take the bus to St. Ignace, walk to St Ignace, then take the ferry to Mackinac Island. Alternatively, you can drive from Grand Rapids to Chicago in around 3h.

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