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

The cheapest way to get from Pella to Grand Rapids is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pella to Grand Rapids is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $260 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Pella and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Pella to Grand Rapids station. However, there are services departing from Monroe and arriving at Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Des Moines and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Pella to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Pella and Grand Rapids is 491 miles. The road distance is 464.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pella to Grand Rapids without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 30m and costs $160 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Pella to Grand Rapids, including transfers.

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

Pella to Grand Rapids bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Monroe station.

Where does the Pella to Grand Rapids bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Pella and Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids is 1h ahead of Pella. It is currently 9:35 AM in Pella and 10:35 AM in Grand Rapids.

Can I drive from Pella to Grand Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Pella to Grand Rapids is 464 miles. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Pella to Grand Rapids.

Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 159+ hotels available in Grand Rapids.

Pella to Grand Rapids - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Pella to Grand Rapids by taxi, plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Taxi, fly to Gerald R. Ford International Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Pella to Des-Moines-Airport-DSMtaxi
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)plane DSM - GRR
6h 25m
$255–1,035
Drive 461.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pella to Grand Rapidscar 461.7 mi
8h 28m
$85–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oskaloosa to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
12h 30m
$166–323
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Oskaloosa to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus
12h 30m
$171–293
Taxi, fly to Muskegon
1. Take the taxi from Pella to Des-Moines-Airport-DSMtaxi
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Muskegon (MKG)plane DSM - MKG
3. Take the taxi from Muskegon (MKG) to Grand Rapidstaxi
5h 14m
$261–671
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monroe 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
14h 13m
$145–231

Des Moines (DSM) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) flights

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Distance: 487.8 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Pella, IA, USA and Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Pella to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Monroe, Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 14h 13m.

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