Distance from New York City to Grand Rapids by Car and Plane

The flight distance from New York City (NY) to Grand Rapids (MI) is 624 miles or 1005 kilometers or 542 nautical miles.
Driving distance from New York City to Grand Rapids is 754 miles (1214 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 130 miles or 209 km.

Flight distance from New York City, NY to Grand Rapids, MI in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between New York City and Grand Rapids is 624 miles or 1005 km.
The nearest airport to New York City, is John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and the nearest airport to Grand Rapids, is General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).

What is the average flight time from New York City to Grand Rapids?

Flight time from New York City, NY to Grand Rapids, MI is 1 hours 26 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

New York City to Grand Rapids Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between New York City, NY and Grand Rapids, MI
This map shows the distance from New York City, NY, Usa to Grand Rapids, MI, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from New York City, New York to Grand Rapids, Michigan is displayed below.

Driving distance from New York City, NY to Grand Rapids, MI

The driving distance from New York City, New York to Grand Rapids, Michigan is 754 miles or 1214 km.
The total driving distance from New York City, NY to Grand Rapids, MI is 754 miles or 1214 kilometers. Your trip begins in New York City, New York. It ends in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The driving distance from New York City, New York to Grand Rapids, Michigan is approximately 754 miles (1214 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from New York City, NY to Grand Rapids, MI

How long is the drive from New York City, NY to Grand Rapids, MI?
The total driving time is 14 hours, 8 minutes.
How long does a car ride from New York City to Grand Rapids take?
New York City and Grand Rapids are 14 hours 8 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between New York City and Grand Rapids

Time difference between New York City (NY) and Grand Rapids (MI) is 1 Hours.
Grand Rapids time is 1 Hours behind New York City.

Current local time in New York CityCurrent local time in Grand Rapids
2025-12-15, 17:50:48 EST2025-12-15, 16:50:48 CST
How Far is it Between New York City New York, USA and Grand Rapids Michigan, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between New York City, NY and Grand Rapids, MI in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 754 mi 1214 km 654.77 nmi
Straight line distance 624 mi 1005 km 542 nmi
Difference 130 mi 209 km 112 nmi

New York City Details

New York City is located in New York, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 40° 39' 48.5'' Longitude: W 73° 56' 19.3''
Latitude40.66347
Longitude-73.9387
StateNew York
Nearest airports to New York City

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Grand Rapids Details

Grand Rapids is located in Michigan, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 57' 48.1'' Longitude: W 85° 40' 5.1''
Latitude42.96336
Longitude-85.66809
StateMichigan
Nearest airports to Grand Rapids

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between New York City, NY and Grand Rapids, MI
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 25 hours 17 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 18 hours 58 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 16 hours 51 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 15 hours 10 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 13 hours 47 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 12 hours 38 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 11 hours 40 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 10 hours 50 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 10 hours 7 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 9 hours 29 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 8 hours 55 minutes