What is the distance between Detroit and Grand Rapids?

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

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.

Bus Detroit to Grand Rapids from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Grand Rapids on November 28
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	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	4h 25m	2:25pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 50m	5:35pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Grand Rapids on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 50m	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	12:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	4h 25m	2:25pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Grand Rapids on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	4h 25m	2:25pm	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	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	7h 35m	5:35pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Grand Rapids on December 1
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	10:00am	Detroit Bus Station	4h 25m	2:25pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35pm	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	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $128	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$103 - $290	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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Cleanliness3.4

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Timeliness3.9

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

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

The 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.