What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Grand Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Grand Rapids is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 11h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Grand Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Grand Rapids is to fly which takes 6h 58m and costs $85 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City station to Grand Rapids station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Des Moines and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to Grand Rapids station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Kansas City and Grand Rapids is 579 miles. The road distance is 653.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Grand Rapids without a car is to train which takes 12h 45m and costs $330 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Grand Rapids?

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

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Grand Rapids bus from?

Kansas City to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Grand Rapids train from?

Kansas City to Grand Rapids train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to Grand Rapids?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Grand Rapids is to fly which takes 6h 58m and costs $85 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $330 - $550 and takes 12h 45m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 16h 28m.

Where does the Kansas City to Grand Rapids bus arrive?

Kansas City to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids is 1h ahead of Kansas City. It is currently 5:23 PM in Kansas City and 6:23 PM in Grand Rapids.

Where does the Kansas City to Grand Rapids train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kansas City to Grand Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Grand Rapids is 654 miles. It takes approximately 11h 9m to drive from Kansas City to Grand Rapids.

How do I get a train ticket from Kansas City to Grand Rapids?

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Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 118+ hotels available in Grand Rapids.

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

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Fly to Gerald R. Ford International Airport
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1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)plane MCI - GRR
6h 58m
$89–504
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain Pere Marquette
12h 45m
$335–519
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus
16h 28m
Drive 650.1 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Grand Rapidscar 650.1 mi
11h 9m
$119–172
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MCI - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
9h 7m
$172–615
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCI - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
9h 39m
$155–518
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
12h 45m

Kansas City to Grand Rapids by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 575.6 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kansas City to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Chicago Union Station in around 12h 45m.

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