What is the distance between Detroit and Grand Rapids?

The distance separating Detroit and Grand Rapids is 141 miles (226 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Detroit to Grand Rapids?

Buses traveling from Detroit to Grand Rapids leave from Detroit Bus Station and arrive at Central Station.

Bus Detroit to Grand Rapids from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Grand Rapids on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	7h 35m	5:35pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	Cheapest
Bus	10:45am	Detroit Bus Station	3h 25m	2:10pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Detroit Bus Station	3h 50m	2:35pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 50m	5:35pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	4h 25m	2:25pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:16 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Grand Rapids. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

134 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $90	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $201	Average Duration17h 8m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Grand Rapids?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Grand Rapids

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

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Indian Trails

4/532 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,387 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, US by bus

What is the distance between Detroit and Grand Rapids?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Detroit to 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

11/18

$32

11/19

$32

Today

$32

11/21

$32

11/22

$32

11/23

$39

11/24

$35

11/25

$35

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $43 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.