What is the travel distance from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Chicago and Grand Rapids is approximately 205 km (127 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

Buses departing from Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago will take you to Central Station in Grand Rapids.

Bus Chicago to Grand Rapids from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Grand Rapids

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Grand Rapids. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 45mAverage Duration

212 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $125	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $113	Average Duration4h 4m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Grand Rapids?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Grand Rapids

A
Central Station
250 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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FlixBus

3.5/511,450 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11450 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $44

FlixBus Chicago Grand Rapids recent customer reviews

Nice service, on time

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July 14, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US by bus

What is the travel distance from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
The distance between Chicago and Grand Rapids is approximately 205 km (127 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
Buses departing from Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago will take you to Central Station in Grand Rapids.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-24

$67

11-25

$87

Today

$80

11-27

$71

11-28

$52

11-29

$60

11-30

$128

12-01

$60

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $146 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-28.