How to travel from Grand Rapids, MI to Chicago, IL

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Travel Information between Grand Rapids, MI and Chicago, IL

distanceDistance126 miles (204 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$34 - $121
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $34 (€30) • 3 h 25 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $121 (€109) • 1 h 3 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, United or Amtrak

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 126 miles (204 km) between Grand Rapids, MI and Chicago, IL. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are FlixBus, United or Amtrak among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Grand Rapids, MI to Chicago, IL.

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from Grand Rapids, MI to Chicago, IL

How to get from Grand Rapids, MI to Chicago, IL by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Grand Rapids, MI to Chicago, IL is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBusFlixBus
02:40PM3h55
Grand Rapids, Pearl St NW (Burger King parking lot), MI
05:35PMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$481One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBusFlixBus
02:40PM3h55
Grand Rapids, Pearl St NW (Burger King parking lot), MI
05:35PMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$481One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
American AirlinesAA3184
06:00AM1h09
Gerald R. Ford International Airport, MI (GRR)
06:09AMO'Hare International Airport, IL (ORD)
$3661One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Amtrak371 Pere Marquette
06:00AM4h08
Grand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI
09:08AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$841One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak8365 AMTRAK · 355 Wolverine
02:55PM8h45
Grand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI
10:40PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$901One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak8855 AMTRAK · 355 Wolverine
02:55PM8h45
Grand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI
10:40PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$901One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus
02:15PM4h20
Grand Rapids, Woodland Dr SE (Von Maur), MI
05:35PMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$481One-way
0 transfers

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Travel on FlixBus, Amtrak and American Airlines travel between Grand Rapids and Chicago at great prices. Omio finds you travel times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies all in one place.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

    American Airlines is one of the leading airlines in the USA and the world; they offer Main Cabin, Business and First Class tickets for your journey

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