Bus from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Grand Rapids on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Indian TrailsBus
Detroit Bus Station
Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)Cheapest
FlixBusBus
Detroit Bus Station
Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)Fastest
FlixBusBus
Detroit Bus Station
Grand Rapids (Downtown)No tags
Indian TrailsBus
Detroit Bus Station
Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)No tags
Indian TrailsBus
Detroit Bus Station
Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:47 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit 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 4 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
4h 25mAverage Duration
226 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$44 - $128Average Duration4h 25m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$103 - $290Average Duration17h 8m
20kg CO₂e

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

  1. What is the distance between Detroit and Grand Rapids?

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

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Detroit to Grand Rapids?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Detroit Bus Station, in Detroit, and end it at 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
11-25
$47
11-26
$49
Today
$41
11-28
$47
11-29
$47
11-30
$47
12-01
$47
12-02
$40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $40

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 $40 to $118 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 $40 which is on 2025-12-02.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, US?

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