Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Grand Rapids
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Grand Rapids. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
2bus per day
3h 45mAverage Duration
$32Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US: Trip Overview
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Greyhound Chicago Grand Rapids recent customer reviews
Very nice and comfortable with charging port at the seat plus nice and clean rest room.
5 out of 5 stars
Moses L.
drop off at GR is in the street, not even a small bus stop
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Chicago Grand Rapids recent customer reviews
Very nice and comfortable with charging port at the seat plus nice and clean rest room.
5 out of 5 stars
Moses L.
drop off at GR is in the street, not even a small bus stop
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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Grand Rapids?
250 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503Central Station
Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Grand Rapids, MI, US
What is the travel distance from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
Chicago and Grand Rapids are 127 miles (205 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
The majority of buses traveling from Chicago to Grand Rapids start their journey at Downtown Greyhound Station and wind up at Central Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/20
$34
08/21
$39
Today
$50
08/23
$35
08/24
$35
08/25
$29
08/26
$26
08/27
$25
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $25
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $57 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-08-27.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Chicago to Grand Rapids.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Grand Rapids will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
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.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travelers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Grand Rapids
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $25
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
