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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Tempe is to train and fly which costs $170 - $360 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Tempe is to taxi and fly which takes 7h 7m and costs $190 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Tempe?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids station to Tempe station. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 45m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Tempe?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Tempe is 1600 miles. The road distance is 1850.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Tempe without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 40h 42m and costs $550 - $1,300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Grand Rapids to Tempe, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Grand Rapids to Tempe?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Tempe is to fly which takes 7h 46m and costs $180 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $320 - $600 and takes 42h 45m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Tempe bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and Tempe?

Tempe is 3h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 1:41 AM in Grand Rapids and 10:41 PM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Tempe is 1850 miles. It takes approximately 32h 8m to drive from Grand Rapids to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2346+ hotels available in Tempe.

Grand Rapids to Tempe - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 9 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Tempe by plane, train, bus, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Fly Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Phoenix
best
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Phoenix (PHX)plane GRR - PHX
7h 46m
$186–606
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Phoenix
cheapest
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MDW - PHX
10h 15m
$179–351
Train, bus via Flagstaff
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstafftrain
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tempebus
40h 42m
$564–1,251
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 St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
42h 45m
$328–590
Drive 1,839.6 mi
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Tempecar 1,839.6 mi
32h 8m
$336–485
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Phoenix
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ORD - PHX
10h 24m
$246–488
Taxi to Muskegon, fly to Phoenix
1. Take the taxi from Grand Rapids to Muskegon (MKG)taxi
2. Fly from Muskegon (MKG) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MKG - PHX
7h 7m
$194–569
Fly Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)plane GRR - AZA
8h 57m
$192–812
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Tempebus
2d 14h
$717–1,537

Grand Rapids to Tempe by train and bus

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40h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,591 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Mill Ave/3rd St via Chicago Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), 24th St Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, and 44th St/Washington in around 42h 45m.

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