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 $50 - $75 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Rochester is to drive which takes 5h 59m and costs $50 - $75.

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 via Des Moines and St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 56m.

How far is it from Galesburg to Rochester?

The distance between Galesburg and Rochester is 248 miles. The road distance is 280.8 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 and bus via Madison which takes 12h 41m and costs $120 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Galesburg station.

Where does the Galesburg to Rochester bus arrive?

Galesburg to Rochester bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Galesburg to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Rochester is 281 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Galesburg to Rochester.

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

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 72+ hotels available in Rochester.

Galesburg to Rochester - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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

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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 (RST)plane MLI - RST
6h 2m
$177–513
Drive 279.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galesburg to Rochestercar 279.2 mi
5h 59m
$51–74
Train, bus via Madison
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to La Grange Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Rochesterbus
12h 41m
$122–226
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
3. Take the bus from St. Paul to Rochesterbus
13h 51m
$199–416
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Rochester (RST)plane PIA - RST
7h 49m
$68–393
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 (RST)plane ORD - RST
7h 37m
$94–441
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Saint Paul Union Depotbus
3. Take the bus from St. Paul to Rochesterbus
13h 56m
$94–168

Galesburg to Rochester by train and bus

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12h 41mAverage Duration

$122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.4 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Galesburg to Rochester via Des Moines and St. Paul in around 13h 56m.

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