The cheapest and fastest buses from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 1 buses that leave Detroit, MI for Grand Rapids, MI on Wed, Nov 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 226 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €171.
Distance: 140 miles (226 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€40 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €488 Average price |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Live departures
Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal | 3h25 | 7:10 PM Grand Rapids, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal | 3h50 | 7:35 PM Grand Rapids, Pearl St NW (Burger King parking lot), MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
Buses from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 15:45. The fastest bus covers the 140 miles (226 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 140 miles (226 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 15:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI start from as low as $32 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $49 (€40) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 35m but the average duration is 3h 12m
Train Operators
- Travel from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI with FlixBus and Greyhound
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is FlixBus.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Detroit, Greyhound Terminal and arrive in Grand Rapids, Pearl St NW (Burger King parking lot), MI
- First train typically departs at 05:00 AM and the last at 03:45 PM
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MIYou can travel by bus between Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $32 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Grand Rapids, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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