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.

How far is it from Illinois to Galena?

The distance between Illinois and Galena is 269 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Illinois to Galena, including transfers.

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 100+ 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 bus, car, or train

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Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Drive from Northern Lights at Epic Staff C to Galenacar
6h 45m
$44–76
Drive 163.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Galenacar 163.6 mi
3h
$30–44
Bus, drive via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Drive from Northern Lights at Epic Staff C to Galenacar
6h 50m
$42–78
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
3. Drive from Northern Lights at Epic Staff C to Galenacar
7h 4m
$56–104

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Distance: 267.4 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Illinois to Galena. However, you can take the bus to Madison, 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 Chicago to Galena in around 3h.

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