Bus Tickets from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Detroit, MI

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Next departures for Grand Rapids to Detroit on November 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Indian Trails
Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)
Detroit Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus
Grand Rapids (The Shops at Centerpoint)
Detroit Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Grand Rapids Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus
Grand Rapids (Downtown)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
Indian Trails
Grand Rapids (Bus Terminal)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
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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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$28 - $57Average Duration4h
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$81 - $201Average Duration14h 40m
20kg CO₂e

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

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

Best price found
11/10
$34
11/11
$30
Today
$27
11/13
$34
11/14
$32
11/15
$29
11/16
$28
11/17
$30
busbud logoThe 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.

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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