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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Galesburg is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Galesburg is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 51m and costs $170 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Galesburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Galesburg. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Galesburg via Saint Paul Union Depot and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Rochester to Galesburg?

The distance between Rochester and Galesburg is 247 miles. The road distance is 280.7 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester to Galesburg without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Galesburg without a car is to bus and train via Madison which takes 12h 39m and costs $130 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Rochester to Galesburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Galesburg bus from?

Rochester to Galesburg bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Rochester station.

Where does the Rochester to Galesburg bus arrive?

Rochester to Galesburg bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Galesburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Galesburg is 281 miles. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Rochester to Galesburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Galesburg?

There are 13+ hotels available in Galesburg.

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

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

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Fly to Quad City International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane RST - MLI
2. Take the taxi from Moline-Airport-MLI to Galesburgtaxi
5h 51m
$176–517
Drive 279 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Galesburgcar 279 mi
6h
$51–74
Bus, train via Madison
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 39m
$130–244
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochester to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 38m
$199–419
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)plane RST - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
8h 21m
$67–391
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane RST - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 18m
$88–402
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to St. Paulbus
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
13h 30m
$94–169

Rochester to Galesburg by bus and train

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12h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.1 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Rochester to Galesburg via Saint Paul Union Depot and Des Moines in around 13h 30m.

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