What is the travel distance from Grand Rapids to Ann Arbor?

Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor are 176 km (109 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Grand Rapids to Ann Arbor?

Buses departing from Central Station in Grand Rapids will take you to Train Station in Ann Arbor.

Bus Grand Rapids to Ann Arbor from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Grand Rapids to Ann Arbor on November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:25pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	10h 10m	12:35am	Ann Arbor	Cheapest
	2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	4h 36m	7:31pm	Train Station	Fastest
	2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	4h 36m	7:31pm	Train Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:50pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	9h 45m	12:35am	Ann Arbor	No tags
	2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	8h 9m	11:04pm	Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:23 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ann Arbor. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

176 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $114	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$117 - $340	Average Duration13h 31m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor?

Stops in Grand Rapids

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

Stops in Ann Arbor

A
Train Station
325 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, USA
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Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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4/532 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

What is the travel distance from Grand Rapids to Ann Arbor?
Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor are 176 km (109 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Grand Rapids to Ann Arbor?
Buses departing from Central Station in Grand Rapids will take you to Train Station in Ann Arbor.

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

$61

11-19

$67

Today

$112

11-21

$152

11-22

$132

11-23

$132

11-24

$38

11-25

$94

The cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Ann Arbor was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $38

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 Ann Arbor, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $38 to $183 for a bus ticket from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Ann Arbor based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-24.

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.