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Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | East Side Transfer Center | 7581 Old Troy Pike, Huber Hights | No tags | ||||
| Bus | East Side Transfer Center | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | East Side Transfer Center | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Rockford to Dayton
The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rockford, IL to Dayton by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Dayton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Dayton start from $126. The average price for this route is around $126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rockford to Dayton?
The average bus travel time from Rockford to Dayton is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 485 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 49m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Dayton route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rockford to Dayton?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Dayton at 12:01pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Dayton?
A bus trip from Rockford to Dayton generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rockford to Dayton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Dayton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rockford to Dayton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rockford to Dayton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rockford, IL to Dayton was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $72To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Dayton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $72 to $74 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Dayton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2026-02-01.
Usually Greyhound 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.
