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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: 5 August atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: East Side Transfer CenterArrival time: 5 August atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 5 August atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: Rockford IL, Van Galder, Walton StArrival time: 5 August atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago O'Hare International Airport T2Operated by: Coach USA
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 5 August atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: Rockford, ILArrival time: 5 August atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 5 August atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: East Side Transfer CenterArrival time: 5 August atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Bus Rockford, IL to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rockford, IL - Chicago
What's the distance between Rockford and Chicago by coach?
The distance between Rockford and Chicago by coach is approximately 74 miles (119 km).
How can I get from Rockford to Chicago without driving?
The best way to go from Rockford to Chicago without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rockford, IL to Chicago was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$41 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-08-05.
Usually Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.
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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 Rockford and Chicago!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rockford to Chicago, 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 Rockford to Chicago.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Rockford to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
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.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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