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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Sterling to Grand Island. Traveling by bus from Sterling to Grand Island usually takes around 5 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Burlington Trailways bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 255 mi (411 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $80.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Express Arrow |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Sterling to Grand Island
- Burlington Trailways: 1 daily buses from $80
- Express Arrow: 1 daily buses from $87
- FlixBus US: 2 daily buses from $80
What bus companies travel from Sterling to Grand Island?
There are 3 bus lines from Sterling to Grand Island available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 1 | 4h 20m | $80.00 |
| Express Arrow | 1 | 5h 21m | $193.07 |
| FlixBus US | 2 | 4h 59m | $92.42 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Sterling to Grand Island from $80. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Sterling to Grand Island and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Grand Island. In Sterling, Burlington Trailways departs to Grand Island from 2170 East Chestnut St . In Grand Island, Burlington Trailways arrives at 3231 Ramada Rd .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Sterling to Grand Island takes 4 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Grand Island.
Book Express Arrow from Sterling to Grand Island from $87. Typically there is one Express Arrow schedule per day from Sterling to Grand Island and you can expect on average to pay for a Express Arrow ticket to Grand Island. In Sterling, Express Arrow departs to Grand Island from 2170 East Chestnut St . In Grand Island, Express Arrow arrives at 3231 Ramada Rd .
An average trip on Express Arrow from Sterling to Grand Island takes 5 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available Express Arrow trip will get you to Grand Island in 4 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Express Arrow offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Grand Island.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Sterling to Grand Island, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 255 miles from Sterling to Grand Island. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Grand Island at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Sterling to Grand Island, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Sterling?
Main departure station: 2170 East Chestnut St
Sterling has two bus stations with service to Grand Island.
All bus stations in Sterling:
2170 East Chestnut St
2170 E Chestnut St
Where does the bus arrive in Grand Island?
Main arrival station: 3231 Ramada Rd
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Grand Island.
All bus stations in Grand Island:
3231 Ramada Rd
3231 Ramada Rd Ste 1
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