What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Rockford?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Rockford is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Rockford?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Rockford is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Rockford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Rockford. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Rockford(East Side Transfer Center) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Chicago to Rockford?

The distance between Chicago and Rockford is 88 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Rockford without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Rockford without a car is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Rockford?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Chicago to Rockford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Rockford bus from?

Chicago to Rockford bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Rockford bus arrive?

Chicago to Rockford bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Rockford(East Side Transfer Center) station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Rockford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Rockford is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Chicago to Rockford.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Rockford?

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Where can I stay near Rockford?

There are 60+ hotels available in Rockford.

Chicago to Rockford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Rockford by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, taxi, car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Rockford(East Side Transfer Center)bus Greyhound US0154S / ...
2h 1m
$37–54
Drive 84.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Rockfordcar 84.4 mi
1h 32m
$16–23
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Harvardtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the taxi from Harvard to Rockfordtaxi
2h 32m
$102–129
Bus via 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminalbus Van Galder
2h 21m
$39–61

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Distance: 87.7 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Rockford, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Rockford(East Side Transfer Center) twice daily. Tickets cost $12–24 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Flixbus USA also services this route 6 times a week.

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