Grand Rapids to London, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

224.2 miles 360.8 km · straight line
280.2 miles estimated 451 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
88° E bearing direction

How far is Grand Rapids from London, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Grand Rapids to London, Ontario, Canada is 224.2 miles (360.8 km) as the crow flies. London, Ontario, Canada is located E of Grand Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 280.2 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Grand Rapids is in Michigan, United States, while London, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Grand Rapids and London, Ontario, Canada. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Grand Rapids to London, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grand Rapids & London, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Grand Rapids
42.96°N, 85.67°W
America/Detroit
187m elevation
London, Ontario, Canada
42.98°N, 81.23°W
America/Toronto
252m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients