Getting Here

A couple watching the sunset from the top of their Jeep at Oval Beach.

By Air

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) in Grand Rapids features 6 airlines and offers more than 140 nonstop flights a day to 34 popular destinations.

Year-round direct flights into Grand Rapids

Atlanta, Baltimore / Washington D.C., Boston, Charlotte, Dallas, Denver, Destin, Houston, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Nashville, New York City, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Tampa Bay Area

Fly map to Grand Rapids

Transportation Services

There are multiple services that provide convenient transportation to and from the Grand Rapids Airport and within the Saugatuck, Douglas, and Fennville areas. Additionally, rental cars are readily available at the Grand Rapids airport for added flexibility in exploring the region.

45-minute drive from GRR in Grand Rapids

15-minute drive from West Michigan Regional Airport 
in Holland for chartered and private flights

By Car

2.5-hours from Chicago
3-hours from Fort Wayne
3-hours from Detroit
3.5-hours from Milwaukee
3.75-hours from Indianapolis
5-hours from Cleveland
5.25-hours from Columbus
6-hours from St. Louis

By Train

Amtrak’s Pere Marquette train offers daily rail service between Chicago, Illinois, and Holland, Michigan. The unmanned station, conveniently located just northeast of downtown Holland, provides easy access for passengers and is situated within a 20-minute drive from Saugatuck/Douglas.

171 Lincoln Ave
Holland, MI 49423

Illustrated map of train route from Chicago to Holland
An image showing the cover and a page of the Saugatuck Douglas Discovery Guide.

Visitors Center

The Saugatuck/Douglas Visitor Center, located in Douglas, provides information to guests and travelers on area attractions, activities, accommodations, and local dining options. Here, visitors can speak with a friendly and knowledgeable associate for expert advice on making the most of their Art Coast adventure. The Visitor Center also offers helpful resources such as printed maps and travel guides categorized by interest.

A yellow car driving toward the entrance of Oval Beach.