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Compare 2 ways to go from Grand Rapids to Detroit
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview
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Based on 5563 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 $81
Grand Rapids to Detroit Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 4, 2025 with a price of $77To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $77 to $235 for a train ticket from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-11-04.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Grand Rapids and Detroit is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Detroit.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Detroit, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Grand Rapids and Detroit, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Grand Rapids to Detroit, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
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