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

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Galena is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Galena is to drive which takes 3h and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Galena?

No, there is no direct bus from Illinois to Galena. However, there are services departing from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and arriving at Dubuque via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Illinois to Galena?

The distance between Illinois and Galena is 285 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Illinois to Galena without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 23m and costs $110 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Illinois to Galena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Galena bus from?

Illinois to Galena bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Where does the Illinois to Galena bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Illinois to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Galena is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Illinois to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 115+ hotels available in Galena.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Illinois to Galena by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus Lab 122
7h 23m
$116–163
Drive 163.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Galenacar 163.6 mi
3h
$30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus Lab 122
7h 44m
$108–154
Bus via Chicago Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus Lab 122
7h 49m
$107–150

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Distance: 283.6 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to Galena via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, Madison, and Dubuque in around 7h 44m.

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