What is the cheapest way to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island?

The cheapest way to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island?

The fastest way to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Albert Lea and Rock Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Albert Lea to Rock Island. However, there are services departing from Albert Lea and arriving at Davenport via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Albert Lea to Rock Island?

The distance between Albert Lea and Rock Island is 323 miles. The road distance is 252.8 miles.

How do I travel from Albert Lea to Rock Island without a car?

The best way to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island without a car is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albert Lea to Rock Island bus from?

Albert Lea to Rock Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Albert Lea station.

Where does the Albert Lea to Rock Island bus arrive?

Albert Lea to Rock Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Albert Lea to Rock Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Albert Lea to Rock Island is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Albert Lea to Rock Island.

Where can I stay near Rock Island?

There are 97+ hotels available in Rock Island.

Albert Lea to Rock Island - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Albert Lea to Rock Island by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Davenportbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
7h 13m
$66–105
Drive 251.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Albert Lea to Rock Islandcar 251.3 mi
4h 45m
$45–65
Bus to Mason City, fly
1. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Mason Citybus
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane MCW - MLI
7h 31m
$86–391
Bus via Iowa City (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenportbus
7h 58m
$66–100
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Rochesterbus
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane RST - MLI
7h 38m
$73–392

Mason City (MCW) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

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5h 40mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Albert Lea, MN, USA and Rock Island, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Albert Lea to Davenport via Albert Lea and Des Moines in around 7h 13m.

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