Find coaches from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Grand Rapids on 27 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Grand Rapids (Downtown)Cheapest
FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Grand Rapids (Downtown)Fastest
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)No tags
FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Grand Rapids

Bus
Average priceUS$29 - US$56Average duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$32 - US$78Average duration4h 4m
18kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Grand Rapids

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 US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 45mAverage duration
US$29Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$35
Average bus trip duration3h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure09:30
Distance126 miles
Latest bus departure09:55

Chicago to Grand Rapids Bus

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

  1. How far is Grand Rapids from Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Grand Rapids by coach covers an approximate distance of 127 miles (205 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Grand Rapids from Chicago without a car?

    The best way to go from Chicago to Grand Rapids without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
22/09
US$32
23/09
US$36
Today
US$35
25/09
US$28
26/09
US$32
27/09
US$29
28/09
US$30
29/09
US$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on 29 Sept 2025 with a price of US$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 US$25 to US$39 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 US$25, which is on 2025-09-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling 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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Grand Rapids will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Grand Rapids.

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 travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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