Bus Tickets from Chicago to Galesburg, IL

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Galesburg
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Galesburg

Bus
Average PriceUS$21 - US$125Average Duration2h 43m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$21 - US$79Average Duration2h 43m
23kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Galesburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Galesburg. The journey takes about 2 hours 43 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2h 43mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Galesburg, IL: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 43m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance250 km
Latest bus departure7:40am

Chicago to Galesburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Galesburg, IL

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and Galesburg?

    The distance covered from Chicago to Galesburg is 248 km (154 miles).

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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08-09
US$19
08-10
US$19
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US$19
08-12
US$19
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US$19
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Galesburg, IL was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of US$19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Galesburg, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$118 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Galesburg, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-08-12.

Usually Burlington Trailways will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Galesburg!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Galesburg, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Galesburg.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Galesburg, IL?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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You can also go to Galesburg, IL by train

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