Compare 2 ways to go from Grand Rapids to San Francisco
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$378, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Grand Rapids to San Francisco: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Grand Rapids - San Francisco
How long is the trip from Grand Rapids to San Francisco by bus?
The typical travel time from Grand Rapids to San Francisco by bus is around 2d 17h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to San Francisco in 2d 16h
What is the travel distance from Grand Rapids to San Francisco?
The distance between Grand Rapids and San Francisco is around 3145 km (1950 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Grand Rapids to San Francisco?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Central Station, in Grand Rapids, and end it at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco.
What is the cheapest way to go from Grand Rapids to San Francisco?
Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Grand Rapids to San Francisco. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$302, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Grand Rapids to San Francisco?
Taking the bus from Grand Rapids to San Francisco costs on average US$406.
Is there an overnight bus from Grand Rapids to San Francisco?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from Grand Rapids until 6:00pm and reaching San Francisco on the following day.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Grand Rapids to San Francisco.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Grand Rapids to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Grand Rapids to San Francisco.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Grand Rapids to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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