How far is Grand Rapids from Detroit?

The distance between the two cities is 141 miles (226 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grand Rapids to Detroit?

Buses traveling from Grand Rapids to Detroit leave from Central Station and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Once in Detroit, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, Detroit Riverwalk, Eastern Market, Henry Ford Museum and Wright Museum of African American History.

Bus Grand Rapids to Detroit from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Grand Rapids to Detroit on November 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:05pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	6h 55m	7:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
2:50pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	3h 35m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	5h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:25pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	4h	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
12:05pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	4h 35m	4:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	5h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:05pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	4h 30m	4:35pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	9h 15m	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Grand Rapids to Detroit on November 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:05pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	6h 55m	7:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
2:50pm	Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)	3h 35m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	5h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:25pm	Grand Rapids (Downtown)	4h	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
12:05pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	4h 35m	4:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	5h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:05pm	Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)	4h 30m	4:35pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
2:55pm	Grand Rapids Station	9h 15m	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Grand Rapids to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

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

4bus per day

4hAverage Duration

140 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $57	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$81 - $201	Average Duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Indian Trails

4/532 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,290 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 Grand Rapids Detroit recent customer reviews

I was very nervous about getting on the right bus; the driver was very courteous and patient with me. He helped me and answered all my questions. Told me not to worry; he would take care of me.

Muriel A.

October 28, 2017

Terrible customer service. I ended up buying two tickets because the ticket booth at the station was closed. There was no kiosk to print tickets. Also, the driver and all customer service reps were rude and unprofessional. I will be avoiding taking this bus at all costs in the future. Terrible, terrible experience.

Naidra W.

April 14, 2017

No one keeps to themselves on the bus. People even tried talking to the deaf guy.

Alexandra P.

August 4, 2016

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Where are the popular stops in Grand Rapids and Detroit?

Stops in Grand Rapids

A - Central Station

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI by bus

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$34

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$30

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The cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $27

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 $27 to $128 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 $28 which is on 2025-11-16.

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