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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Lakeland is to drive which costs $210 - $310 and takes 21h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Lakeland is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs $160 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids station to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Park & Ride at Rose St. via Chicago Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Orlando Bus Station and Winter Haven Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Rapids and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Rapids station to Lakeland station. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Lakeland Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 6m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Lakeland?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Lakeland is 1097 miles. The road distance is 1175.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Lakeland without a car is to bus which takes 34h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Grand Rapids to Lakeland, including transfers.

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

Grand Rapids to Lakeland bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Grand Rapids to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Lakeland is to bus which takes 34h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1,000 - $1,700 and takes 45h 6m, you could also fly, which costs $160 - $650 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Lakeland bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Lakeland bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Lakeland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Lakeland is 1175 miles. It takes approximately 21h 48m to drive from Grand Rapids to Lakeland.

How do I get a train ticket from Grand Rapids to Lakeland?

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Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 283+ hotels available in Lakeland.

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There are 6 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Lakeland by plane, car, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or train

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Fly to Orlando Sanford, drive
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1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Orlando Sanford (SFB)plane GRR - SFB
2. Drive from Orlando-Sanford-Airport-SFB to Lakelandcar
6h 38m
$107–484
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus
34h 2m
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 Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
45h 6m
$1,047–1,649
Drive 1,168.6 mi
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Lakelandcar 1,168.6 mi
21h 48m
$214–309
Fly to Orlando, train
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Orlando (MCO)plane GRR - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 52m
$161–480
Fly to Lakeland
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Lakeland (LAL)plane GRR - LAL
6h 32m
$166–606

Grand Rapids to Lakeland by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,091 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Park & Ride at Rose St. via Chicago Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Orlando Bus Station, and Winter Haven Terminal in around 34h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Lakeland Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 45h 6m.

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