What is the cheapest way to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids is to bus which costs $290 - $600 and takes 43h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $280 - $1,400.

How far is it from Tempe to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Tempe and Grand Rapids is 1601 miles. The road distance is 1843.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tempe to Grand Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids without a car is to bus and train via Flagstaff which takes 41h 37m and costs $420 - $1,000.

How long does it take to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Tempe to Grand Rapids?

The best way to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $280 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $290 - $600 and takes 43h 47m.

What is the time difference between Tempe and Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids is 2h ahead of Tempe. It is currently 10:34 AM in Tempe and 12:34 PM in Grand Rapids.

Can I drive from Tempe to Grand Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Tempe to Grand Rapids is 1843 miles. It takes approximately 32h 24m to drive from Tempe to Grand Rapids.

Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 176+ hotels available in Grand Rapids.

Tempe to Grand Rapids - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Tempe to Grand Rapids by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Phoenix to Gerald R. Ford International Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)plane PHX - GRR
7h 12m
$286–1,306
Fly Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PHX - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
10h 34m
$189–797
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Tempe to Flagstaff Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
41h 37m
$423–970
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to South Havenbus
4. Take the bus from South Haven Potatoes Plus to Greyhound Grand Rapidsbus
43h 47m
$299–576
Drive 1,832.7 mi
1. Drive from Tempe to Grand Rapidscar 1,832.7 mi
32h 24m
$335–484
Fly Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Gerald R. Ford International Airport
1. Fly from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)plane AZA - GRR
8h 24m
$270–1,310
Fly Phoenix to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PHX - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
11h 3m
$339–747
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tempe to Tucson Downtownbus
2. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
2d 10h
$538–1,311

Tempe to Grand Rapids by bus and train

7Weekly Services

41h 37mAverage Duration

$423Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,591.6 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Tempe, AZ, USA and Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tempe to Greyhound Grand Rapids via Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, 24th St Station, Phoenix Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, Chicago, South Haven, and South Haven Potatoes Plus in around 43h 47m.

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