Bus · Grand Rapids

The Rapid

30 bus routes in Grand Rapids. Browse routes and schedules and plan trips on The Rapid in the CityTransit app.

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Routes
30
Stops
1,518
Modes
Bus

The Rapid at a glance

Serves
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Modes
Bus
Service hours
6:10 AM to 10:16 PM
Time zone
America/New_York
Schedule valid through
Jan 4, 2027
Data last updated
Nov 6, 2026
Official website
ridetherapid.org

Busiest The Rapid routes

  • LL Laker Line
  • 51 Dash
  • SL Silver Line
  • 2 Kalamazoo
  • 9 Alpine

About The Rapid

The Rapid is a public transportation provider that serves the Grand Rapids area. The Rapid operates the following transit modes across the Grand Rapids area: Bus. In total, The Rapid operates 30 routes and serves 1,518 stops or stations in the Grand Rapids area. Line schedules (timetables, itineraries, service hours) and departure and arrival times are updated in the app in real time.

The Rapid routes

The Rapid Bus · 30 routes

The Rapid: frequently asked questions

How many routes does The Rapid operate?

The Rapid operates 30 bus routes and serves 1,518 stops or stations in Grand Rapids.

What are the The Rapid service hours?

Most The Rapid service runs from about 6:10 AM to 10:16 PM. Hours differ by route and day, so open a route in the app for exact times.

What are the busiest The Rapid routes?

By scheduled trips, the busiest The Rapid routes are LL Laker Line, 51 Dash, SL Silver Line, 2 Kalamazoo, 9 Alpine.

How do I contact The Rapid?

Website: http://www.ridetherapid.org.

How do I see The Rapid schedules and next departures?

Download the free CityTransit app for iPhone or Android, choose Grand Rapids, then pick The Rapid to browse routes and timetables.

The Rapid service updates

Check the CityTransit app for The Rapid schedule changes, route changes, stop changes and other service updates.

The Rapid fares

Prices of different ticket types may change. Check the CityTransit app for fares on individual lines, and visit The Rapid's official site for ride fares and tickets.

The Rapid schedules

Looking for a specific The Rapid bus schedule? All The Rapid lines and schedules in Grand Rapids are in the CityTransit app, with step-by-step navigation.

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