What is the cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Rochester is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 13h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galesburg to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Rochester is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $250 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Galesburg and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Galesburg to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Galesburg and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Indianapolis, IN, Toledo Bus Stop and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Galesburg and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Galesburg station to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Galesburg Amtrak Station and arriving at Rochester via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 25m.

How far is it from Galesburg to Rochester?

The distance between Galesburg and Rochester is 714 miles. The road distance is 755 miles.

How do I travel from Galesburg to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Galesburg to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 15h 25m and costs $240 - $500.

How long does it take to get from Galesburg to Rochester?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Galesburg to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Rochester bus from?

Galesburg to Rochester bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Galesburg station.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Rochester train from?

Galesburg to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Galesburg to Rochester?

The best way to get from Galesburg to Rochester is to train which takes 15h 25m and costs $240 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 18h 45m.

Where does the Galesburg to Rochester bus arrive?

Galesburg to Rochester bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Galesburg and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Galesburg. It is currently 1:09 AM in Galesburg and 2:09 AM in Rochester.

Where does the Galesburg to Rochester train arrive?

Galesburg to Rochester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Galesburg to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Rochester is 755 miles. It takes approximately 13h 28m to drive from Galesburg to Rochester.

How do I get a train ticket from Galesburg to Rochester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Galesburg to Rochester?

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

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There are 7 ways to get from Galesburg to Rochester by taxi, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Taxi to Quad City International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Galesburg to Moline-Airport-MLItaxi
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Rochester (ROC)plane MLI - ROC
5h 51m
$256–812
Drive 750.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galesburg to Rochestercar 750.7 mi
13h 28m
$137–198
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochestertrain Lake Shore Limited
15h 25m
$243–496
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Toledobus
3. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus
18h 45m
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Peoriabus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Rochester (ROC)plane PIA - ROC
7h 46m
$142–692
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Rochester (ROC)plane MDW - ROC
6h 30m
$203–883
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rochester (ROC)plane ORD - ROC
6h 54m
$170–730

Galesburg to Rochester by train (Amtrak)

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15h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 709.4 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Galesburg, IL, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Rochester via Chicago Union Station in around 15h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galesburg to Rochester Bus Stop via Indianapolis, IN, Toledo Bus Stop, and Cleveland Bus Station in around 18h 45m.

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