There are 8 ways to get from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn by bus, train, car or plane
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Recommended option
Bus, train • 4h 55m
Cheapest option
Bus • 6h
6 alternative options
Bus via Lansing • 6h 11m
Drive • 2h 32m
Line 6 bus to Grand Rapids, fly • 4h 50m
Bus to Kalamazoo, fly • 5h 35m
Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn by bus and walk
The journey time between Grand Rapids and University of Michigan–Dearborn is around 5h 53m and covers a distance of around 199 miles. This includes an average layover time of around 29 min. The fastest journey normally takes 5h 28m. Operated by Indian Trails and DDot, the Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn service departs from Grand Rapids, MI and arrives in University of Michigan–Dearborn. Typically 21 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Average journey times
Route information
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The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn bus and walk schedules
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Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn is to drive, which costs $15 - $22 and takes 2h 32m.
The quickest way to get from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 2h 32m.
No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids and arriving at Dearborn via East Lansing Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.
The distance between Grand Rapids and University of Michigan–Dearborn is 132 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.
The best way to get from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 55m and costs $35 - $60.
It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn, including transfers.
Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids station.
The quickest flight from Lansing Airport to Detroit Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.
Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Dearborn station.
Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn.
- Distance: 132.3 miles
- Duration: 4h 55m
What companies run services between Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA and University of Michigan–Dearborn, MI, USA?
You can take a bus from Grand Rapids to University of Michigan–Dearborn via East Lansing Amtrak Station and Dearborn in around 4h 59m.
- Website
- delta.com
Flights from Lansing to Detroit
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $270 - $330
Flights from Grand Rapids to Detroit
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $240 - $290
Flights from Kalamazoo to Detroit
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $250 - $300
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Kalamazoo to Dearborn
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- $30 - $45
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Coach Seat
- $30 - $45
- Premium
- $190 - $270
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $50 - $75
- Business Seat
- $45 - $70
- Phone
- +1 800-292-3831
- Website
- indiantrails.com
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $8 - $12
- Schedules at
- indiantrails.com
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Detroit, MI
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 40m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- $23 - $35
- Schedules at
- indiantrails.com
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MI
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $11 - $16
- Schedules at
- indiantrails.com
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
Rome2rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Bus from Grand Rapids to East Lansing
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 22m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
Rome2rio's guide to Amtrak Thruway
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Dearborn
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $11 - $35
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Child 2-12
- $11 - $16
- Adult
- $22 - $35
- Website
- michiganflyer.com
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit Metro Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $23 - $35
- Schedules at
- michiganflyer.com
- Phone
- +1 616-456-7514
- Website
- ridetherapid.org
Bus from Division at Library to Kentwood Station - Woodland
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $2
- Website
- The Rapid
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