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Houghton - Grand Rapids Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Houghton to Grand Rapids. Traveling by bus from Houghton to Grand Rapids usually takes around 17 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Indian Trails bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance320 mi (515 km)
Shortest duration15h 55m
Cheapest price$101.00
Most frequent serviceIndian Trails
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Price trends for buses from Houghton to Grand Rapids

Monthly average prices

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What bus companies travel from Houghton to Grand Rapids?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Houghton to Grand Rapids. Indian Trails connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Indian Trails317h 2m$108.73
  • Book Indian Trails from Houghton to Grand Rapids from $101. There are 3 trips per day offered by Indian Trails from Houghton to Grand Rapids and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Grand Rapids. In Houghton, Indian Trails departs to Grand Rapids from Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union . In Grand Rapids, Indian Trails arrives at 250 Cesar E Chavez SW .

    An average trip on Indian Trails from Houghton to Grand Rapids takes 17 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available Indian Trails trip will get you to Grand Rapids in 15 hours and 55 minutes .

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 320 miles from Houghton to Grand Rapids. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 55 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.

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 10:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Houghton to Grand Rapids, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Houghton to Grand Rapids every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Grand Rapids

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Blessed with unspoiled nature and a blossoming art scene, Grand Rapids is the perfect destination to enjoy a quick weekend getaway. To fully enjoy the vast swath of rolling hills and orchards the city has to offer, head towards Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery, where you can pick apples like a local and enjoy delicious regional wines. This location also features apple products such as apple ciders and apple pies, making it a true haven for foodies. If you wish to explore the historical values and heritage of the city, check out the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, which features plenty of memorabilia of the former president. For even more local produce, head to the Downtown Market.

Due to its proximity to nature, Grand Rapids offers the freshest local home-cooked dishes. Some notable local favorites include The Sovengard, which makes Scandinavian dishes using local ingredients, and six.one.six, an upscale establishment that offers French-inspired dishes similarly featuring local produce.

Grand Rapids includes bus and train service throughout the Midwest and beyond. The nearest airport is the Gerald R. Ford International Airport, located 9.4 miles from the city center.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Houghton?

Main departure station: Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union

Most buses depart from the main station in Houghton.

All bus stations in Houghton:

  • Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union

Where does the bus arrive in Grand Rapids?

Main arrival station: 250 Cesar E Chavez SW

All buses from Houghton arrive at one main station in Grand Rapids.

All bus stations in Grand Rapids:

  • 250 Cesar E Chavez SW

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