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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Rochester is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Rochester is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Greyhound Grand Rapids and arriving at University Drive & Rochester via Woodward & Orchard Lake and Jason Hargrove Transit Center Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Rochester?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Rochester is 194 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Rochester without a car is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Grand Rapids to Rochester, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Grand Rapids to Rochester bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Rochester bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Pontiac Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Rochester is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Grand Rapids to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 256+ hotels available in Rochester.

Grand Rapids to Rochester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Rochester by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Greyhound Grand Rapids to Pontiac Amtrak Stationbus 1483
6h 58m
$30–53
Drive 142.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Rochestercar 142.6 mi
2h 47m
$26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus 1484
2. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Royal Oak Amtraktrain Wolverine
7h 20m
$57–136

Grand Rapids to Rochester by bus

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.9 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

Indian Trails operates a bus from Greyhound Grand Rapids to Pontiac Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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