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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Rockford

Bus
Average priceUS$134 - US$363Average duration1d 12h
31kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$190 - US$323Average duration1d 2h
114kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from New York City to Rockford

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Rockford. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just US$190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
1d 2hAverage duration
US$190Cheapest ticket
114kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Rockford, IL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$195
Average bus trip duration1d 12h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure05:50
Distance780 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Rockford Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Rockford, IL

  1. What's the distance between New York City and Rockford by coach?

    The distance between New York City and Rockford by coach is approximately 780 miles (1258 km).

  2. How can I travel from New York City to Rockford avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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US$156
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Rockford, IL was searched and found on 15 Aug 2025 with a price of US$156

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

You can expect to pay from US$156 to US$156 for a bus ticket from New York City to Rockford, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$156, which is on 2025-08-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New York City to Rockford.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York City to Rockford, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York City to Rockford will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from New York City to Rockford while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Rockford, IL?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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