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

The cheapest way to get from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids is to bus and train which costs $85 - $200 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 44m and costs $130 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Manitowoc and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids station. However, there are services departing from Manitowoc, WI and arriving at Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Milwaukee Intermodal Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

How far is it from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Manitowoc and Grand Rapids is 209 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 21m and costs $85 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids, including transfers.

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

Manitowoc to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Manitowoc, WI station.

Where does the Manitowoc to Grand Rapids bus arrive?

Manitowoc to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Milwaukee station.

What is the time difference between Manitowoc and Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids is 1h ahead of Manitowoc. It is currently 4:50 PM in Manitowoc and 5:50 PM in Grand Rapids.

Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 156+ hotels available in Grand Rapids.

Manitowoc to Grand Rapids - 4 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids by car, car ferry, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Manitowoc to Milwaukeecar
2. Take the carferry from Milwaukee to Muskegoncarferry
3. Drive from Muskegon to Grand Rapidscar
4h 44m
$137–163
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manitowoc, WI to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
9h 21m
$86–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manitowoc, WI to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus
9h 37m
$87–144
Bus via South Haven
1. Take the bus from Manitowoc, WI to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to South Havenbus
4. Take the bus from South Haven to Grand Rapidsbus
11h 14m
$88–136

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Distance: 207.9 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Manitowoc to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Manitowoc, WI, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 9h 37m.

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