What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak?

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Royal Oak?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids and arriving at Woodward & Salem via Woodward & Orchard Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Royal Oak is 167 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Royal Oak bus from?

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

Where does the Grand Rapids to Royal Oak bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Royal Oak bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Pontiac station.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Royal Oak is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak.

How do I get a bus ticket from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak?

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Where can I stay near Royal Oak?

There are 558+ hotels available in Royal Oak.

Grand Rapids to Royal Oak - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Royal Oak by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Pontiacbus It 22
4h 34m
Drive 142.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Royal Oakcar 142.8 mi
2h 34m
$27–38
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
5h 41m
$60–134
Bus via Jefferson & Griswold
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
5h 11m

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Indian Trails operates a bus from Grand Rapids to Pontiac once daily, and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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