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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Merrillville is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Merrillville is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Merrillville?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to Merrillville station. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids and arriving at Gary Bus Station via Benton Harbor Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Rapids and Merrillville?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Rapids station to Merrillville. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Gary Metro Center via Van Buren St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Merrillville?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Merrillville is 159 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Merrillville without a car is to bus via Benton Harbor which takes 4h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Grand Rapids to Merrillville, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Grand Rapids to Merrillville?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Merrillville is to bus via Benton Harbor which takes 4h 13m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $170 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Merrillville bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and Merrillville?

Merrillville is 1h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 6:39 PM in Grand Rapids and 5:39 PM in Merrillville.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Merrillville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Merrillville?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Merrillville is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Grand Rapids to Merrillville.

Where can I stay near Merrillville?

There are 120+ hotels available in Merrillville.

Grand Rapids to Merrillville - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus via Benton Harbor
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Benton Harborbus It 23
2. Take the bus from Benton Harbor Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
4h 13m
Drive 151.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Merrillvillecar 151.3 mi
2h 33m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Pere Marquette
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain Ssl / ...
5h 57m
$95–162
Taxi, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Grand Rapids to Muskegon (MKG)taxi
2. Fly from Muskegon (MKG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MKG - ORD
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
3h 51m
$219–316
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Chicagobus FlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Merrillvillebus FlixBus 2512 / ...
5h 14m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain Ssl / ...
5h 51m
$104–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Pere Marquette
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Merrillvillebus FlixBus N2642 / ...
6h 31m
$73–139

Muskegon (MKG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Distance: 157.7 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Rapids to Merrillville via Benton Harbor Bus Stop and Gary Bus Station in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Merrillville via Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Franklin, Jackson & Dearborn, Van Buren St., and Gary Metro Center in around 5h 57m.

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