What is the travel distance from Galesburg to Chicago?

It's about 248 km (154 miles) from Galesburg to Chicago.

Bus Galesburg to Chicago from US$102 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Galesburg to Chicago on October 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:20am	Galesburg	9h 10m	8:30pm	Chicago	No tags
11:20am	Galesburg	9h 10m	8:30pm	Chicago	No tags
5:08pm	Amtrak Station	3h 49m	8:57pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:35pm	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
6:56pm	Amtrak Station	2h 55m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Galesburg to Chicago

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$102 - US$139	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$21 - US$79	Average Duration2h 56m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Galesburg to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 56mAverage Duration

US$21Cheapest ticket

23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Galesburg, IL to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$102

Average Bus Trip Duration9h 10m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure11:20am

Distance249 km

Compare bus companies

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Amtrak

4/55,512 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5512 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$79

Amtrak Galesburg Chicago recent customer reviews

the train was almost 2 hours late wreaked my trip to Chicago had planned with my family

Keith M.

January 23, 2024

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Galesburg, IL - Chicago

What is the travel distance from Galesburg to Chicago?
It's about 248 km (154 miles) from Galesburg to Chicago.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

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.

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

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!

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