What is the cheapest way to get from Galena to Vernon Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Galena to Vernon Hills is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galena to Vernon Hills?

The fastest way to get from Galena to Vernon Hills is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from Galena to Vernon Hills?

The distance between Galena and Vernon Hills is 256 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Galena to Vernon Hills?

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Galena to Vernon Hills, including transfers.

Can I drive from Galena to Vernon Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Galena to Vernon Hills is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Galena to Vernon Hills.

Where can I stay near Vernon Hills?

There are 259+ hotels available in Vernon Hills.

Galena to Vernon Hills - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Galena to Vernon Hills by car, bus, or train

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Galena to Northern Lights at Epic Staff Ccar
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
8h 16m
$47–86
Drive 141.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galena to Vernon Hillscar 141.8 mi
3h 4m
$26–38
Drive, bus, train
1. Drive from Galena to Northern Lights at Epic Staff Ccar
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Vernon Hillstrain Ncs
9h 9m
$48–90
Drive, bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Drive from Galena to Northern Lights at Epic Staff Ccar
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Vernon Hillstrain Ncs
9h 25m
$61–113
Drive, bus, train via Chicago
1. Drive from Galena to Northern Lights at Epic Staff Ccar
2. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Vernon Hillstrain Ncs
9h 40m
$48–85

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Map of how to get from Galena to Vernon Hills.

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Distance: 254.1 mi
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Galena, IL, USA and Vernon Hills, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Galena to Vernon Hills. However, you can drive to Northern Lights at Epic Staff C, take the bus to W Johnson at East Campus, walk to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, take the bus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, walk to O'Hare, take the subway to Rosemont, walk to Rosemont CTA Station, take the line 330 bus to O'Hare MMF Bay 8, walk to O'Hare Transfer, then take the train to Vernon Hills. Alternatively, you can drive from Galena to Vernon Hills in around 3h 4m.

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