Rome2Rio

How to get fromGrand Rapids to Tempeby plane, train, bus, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

Find Transport to Tempe

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Phoenix

    best
    1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Phoenix (PHX)plane plane GRR - PHX
    7h 42m
    $136–416

  2. Fly Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport

    cheapest
    1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)plane plane GRR - AZA
    9h 3m
    $132–612

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain train
    2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstafftrain train
    3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tempebus bus
    40h 42m
    $499–1,246

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus bus
    42h 45m
    $330–527

  5. Drive  1,839.6 mi

    1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Tempecar car 1,839.6 mi
    32h 8m
    $336–485

  6. 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 train
    2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane plane ORD - PHX
    10h 35m
    $243–491

  7. Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Phoenix

    1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)plane plane MDW - PHX
    10h 33m
    $170–348

Grand Rapids to Tempe by train and bus

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration40h 42mAverage Duration
Ticket$499Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Grand Rapids to Tempe.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,591 mi
  • Duration: 7h 42m

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 3 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.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Need to know: Greyhound

Read the travel guideNeed to know: Greyhound

Booking & Getting There