Next departures for Grand Rapids to Chicago on November 12
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Grand Rapids (Downtown)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Grand Rapids Station
Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
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Next departures for Grand Rapids to Chicago on November 13
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Next departures for Grand Rapids to Chicago on November 14
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Grand Rapids Station
Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Grand Rapids to Chicago on November 15
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Grand Rapids to Chicago on November 16
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Grand Rapids (Downtown)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Grand Rapids Station
Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Grand Rapids to Chicago on November 17
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Grand Rapids to Chicago on November 18
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Grand Rapids (Downtown)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Grand Rapids Station
Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago (Union Station), IL
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Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Compare 2 ways to go from Grand Rapids to Chicago
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 5576 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $42
Amtrak Grand Rapids Chicago recent customer reviews
Guess I missed the Business class option. Next time I will definitely try Business class. Great way to travel. Trains don't have any problems with fog or weather related problems. Glad I thought about switching to rail options when my flight stranded me in Grand Rapids MI. Great trip to Union Station, Chicago. Much thanks to the awesome people who live in Grand Rapids who came to my rescue.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Chicago by bus
What is the travel distance from Grand Rapids to Chicago?
The distance between the two cities is 127 miles (205 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grand Rapids to Chicago?
The majority of buses traveling from Grand Rapids to Chicago start their journey at Central Station and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lincoln Park Conservatory, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Architectural River Cruise, Museum of Science and Industry and The Field Museum.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/09
$44
11/10
$36
Today
$34
11/12
$33
11/13
$29
11/14
$32
11/15
$30
11/16
$34
The cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $29
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $117 for a bus ticket from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-13.
Usually Amtrak 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.