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Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids Bus Schedule
Bus from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids. Traveling by bus from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids usually takes around 23 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 23 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 375 mi (603 km) |
| Shortest duration | 23h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $144.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids. Jefferson Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 2 | 23h 53m | $148.42 |
Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity bus company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest bus service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, restrooms, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their bus tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids with ticket prices as low as $144.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids
The bus takes an average of 23 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 375 miles from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids. However, the fastest bus only takes 23 hours and 10 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Cedar Rapids. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Grand Rapids to Cedar Rapids, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Grand Rapids?
Main departure station: 1702 S Pokegama Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Grand Rapids.
All bus stations in Grand Rapids:
1702 S Pokegama Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Cedar Rapids?
Main arrival station: Burlington Trailways
All buses from Grand Rapids arrive at one main station in Cedar Rapids.
All bus stations in Cedar Rapids:
Burlington Trailways
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