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How to Travel from

Grand Rapids to Northwestern University

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Capital Region International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$624.19
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$560.50

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Capital Region International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.80–$305.73

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$560.50

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$471.33

Key Lime

Website:
keylimeair.com/
Plane from Muskegon to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$229.29

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$114.65

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Clybourn to Evanston
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.51–$1.15

Chicago Transit (CTA)

Phone:
+1 888-968-7282
Website:
transitchicago.com/
Train from Harold Washington Library to Foster
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.80–$5.86

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$114.65

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Kalamazoo,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$29.30

The Rapid

Phone:
+1 616-456-7514
Website:
ridetherapid.org
Bus from Fountain/Division to Kentwood
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.03
Bus from Pew Campus Station to Kirkhof
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University is to drive which costs $33.70 - $50 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University?

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids, MI and arriving at Sheridan & Foster via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Jefferson & Harrison, State & Van Buren and Paulina & Howard Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Rapids and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Rapids station to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Foster via LaSalle/Van Buren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Northwestern University is 311 km. The road distance is 305.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $22.83 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Northwestern University bus from?

Grand Rapids to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Grand Rapids, MI station.

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Northwestern University train from?

Grand Rapids to Northwestern University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station.

Train or bus from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $22.83 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $130.43 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Northwestern University bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo, MI station.

What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and Northwestern University?

Northwestern University is 1h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 01:32 in Grand Rapids and 00:32 in Northwestern University.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Northwestern University train arrive?

Grand Rapids to Northwestern University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Northwestern University is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Grand Rapids to Northwestern University.

Where can I stay near Northwestern University?

There are 1151+ hotels available in Northwestern University. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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