Find coaches from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI

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Next departures from Grand Rapids to Detroit on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		Grand Rapids (Downtown)
    		Detroit Bus StationCheapest
    FlixBus
      		Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
      		Detroit Bus StationFastest
      Amtrak
        		Grand Rapids Station
        		Amtrak StationNo tags
        Indian Trails
          		Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)
          		Detroit Bus StationNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Grand Rapids Station
            		Amtrak StationNo tags

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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            4bus per day
            4hAverage duration
            226 kmDistance
            6kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$28 - US$57Average duration4h
            6kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$81 - US$201Average duration14h 40m
            20kg CO₂e

            Bus Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$36
            Average bus trip duration4h
            Number of daily buses4
            Earliest bus departure12:05
            Distance226 km
            Latest bus departure14:50

            Grand Rapids to Detroit Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Grand Rapids, MI, US - Detroit, MI

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Grand Rapids to Detroit cost?

              The bus ticket price from Grand Rapids to Detroit starts at US$28. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Grand Rapids to Detroit is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

              The average travel time between Grand Rapids and Detroit is around 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 226 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Grand Rapids and Detroit?

              The number of buses from Grand Rapids to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Grand Rapids to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

              When taking the bus from Grand Rapids to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Indian Trails, FlixBus, Amtrak.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$28
            01/11
            US$26
            Today
            US$34
            03/11
            US$28
            04/11
            US$22
            05/11
            US$28
            06/11
            US$22
            07/11
            US$28
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$22

            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 Detroit, MI as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$143 for a bus 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 US$22, which is on 2025-11-04.

            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.

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Grand Rapids to Detroit will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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