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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Galena is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Galena is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $24 - $40.

How far is it from Geneva to Galena?

The distance between Geneva and Galena is 285 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

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

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Geneva to Galena, including transfers.

Can I drive from Geneva to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Galena is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Geneva to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 115+ hotels available in Galena.

Geneva to Galena - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Galena by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus, drive
best
1. Take the train from Geneva to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Drive from Northern Lights at Epic Staff C to Galenacar
8h 58m
$49–89
Drive 136.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Geneva to Galenacar 136.6 mi
2h 38m
$25–36
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Drive from Northern Lights at Epic Staff C to Galenacar
9h 8m
$43–80
Train, bus, drive via Chicago
1. Take the train from Geneva to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus
3. Drive from Northern Lights at Epic Staff C to Galenacar
9h 11m
$50–84

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Distance: 283.4 mi
Duration: 8h 58m

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

There is no direct connection from Geneva to Galena. However, you can take the train to Chicago OTC, walk to Madison & Canal, take the line 60 bus to Clinton & Jackson, walk to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, take the bus to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, walk to University at East Campus, take the bus to Northern Lights at Epic Staff C, then drive to Galena. Alternatively, you can drive from Geneva to Galena in around 2h 38m.

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