What is the cheapest way to get from Rockford to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Rockford to Lake Forest is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockford to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Rockford to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Rockford and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockford to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal and arriving at Elm / Green Bay via Harlem Ave & Bryn Mawr Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Rockford to Lake Forest?

The distance between Rockford and Lake Forest is 109 miles. The road distance is 70 miles.

How do I travel from Rockford to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Rockford to Lake Forest without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 45m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Rockford to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Rockford to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockford to Lake Forest bus from?

Rockford to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal station.

Where does the Rockford to Lake Forest bus arrive?

Rockford to Lake Forest bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures station.

Can I drive from Rockford to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockford to Lake Forest is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Rockford to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 172+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Rockford to Lake Forest - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rockford to Lake Forest by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
2. Take the train from Ravenswood to Lake Forest.train Up-N
3h 45m
$46–69
Drive 69.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockford to Lake Forestcar 69.5 mi
1h 47m
$13–19
Bus, line 423 bus
1. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Harlem Ave & Bryn Mawr Ave to Elm / Green Baybus 423
4h 18m
$44–68

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Distance: 108.5 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Rockford, IL, USA and Lake Forest, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Rockford to Lake Forest. via 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Harlem-O'Hare, Harlem Ave & Bryn Mawr Ave, Elm / Green Bay, and Winnetka in around 4h 18m.

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