What is the cheapest way to get from Evanston to Galena?

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Galena is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Galena?

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Galena is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Galena?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston station to Galena. However, there are services departing from Dodge Station and arriving at Dubuque via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Evanston to Galena?

The distance between Evanston and Galena is 266 miles. The road distance is 158.2 miles.

How do I travel from Evanston to Galena without a car?

The best way to get from Evanston to Galena without a car is to bus which takes 8h 28m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Evanston to Galena?

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Evanston to Galena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Galena bus from?

Evanston to Galena bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility station.

Where does the Evanston to Galena bus arrive?

Evanston to Galena bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Galena is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Evanston to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 117+ hotels available in Galena.

Evanston to Galena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Evanston to Galena by bus, car, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus Lab 122
8h 28m
$107–153
Drive 157.2 mi
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1. Drive from Evanston to Galenacar 157.2 mi
3h 1m
$29–42
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Galenacar
5h 32m
$58–307
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus Lab 122
8h 57m
$123–172
Fly to Quad City International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ORD - MLI
2. Drive from Moline-Airport-MLI to Galenacar
5h 33m
$50–294

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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1h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.9 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Galena, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Dodge Station to Galena via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, Madison, and Dubuque in around 8h 28m.

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