How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Grand Rapids start from $44. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Grand Rapids is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 212 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Grand Rapids route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Grand Rapids at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

A bus trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Chicago to Grand Rapids from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Grand Rapids on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 45m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Cheapest
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 20m	2:15pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 50m	2:45pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 45mAverage Duration

212 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $124	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$45 - $112	Average Duration4h 4m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Grand Rapids?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Grand Rapids

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,477 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11477 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $44

FlixBus Chicago Grand Rapids recent customer reviews

Nice service, on time

Qasim Z.

July 14, 2023

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Grand Rapids start from $44. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Grand Rapids is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 212 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Grand Rapids route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Grand Rapids at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids?
A bus trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-28

$71

11-29

$71

Today

$127

12-01

$85

12-02

$41

12-03

$38

12-04

$34

12-05

$40

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $34

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 $34 to $145 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 $34 which is on 2025-12-04.