What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Prospect to Galena?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Prospect to Galena is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Prospect to Galena?

The fastest way to get from Mount Prospect to Galena is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Prospect and Galena?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Prospect to Galena. However, there are services departing from State St & Cornell Ave and arriving at Dubuque via Des Plaines Metra Station, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Mount Prospect to Galena?

The distance between Mount Prospect and Galena is 259 miles. The road distance is 144.4 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Prospect to Galena without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Prospect to Galena without a car is to bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Mount Prospect to Galena?

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Mount Prospect to Galena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Prospect to Galena bus from?

Mount Prospect to Galena bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility station.

Where does the Mount Prospect to Galena bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mount Prospect to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Prospect to Galena is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Mount Prospect to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 117+ hotels available in Galena.

Mount Prospect to Galena - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mount Prospect to Galena by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus Lab 122
8h 17m
$108–155
Drive 143.6 mi
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1. Drive from Mount Prospect to Galenacar 143.6 mi
2h 42m
$27–38
Train, bus
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. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
9h 59m
$128–198

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Distance: 257.3 mi
Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between Mount Prospect, IL, USA and Galena, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from State St & Cornell Ave to Galena via River Rd & Miner St, Des Plaines Metra Station, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, Madison, and Dubuque in around 8h 17m.

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