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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | East Side Transfer Center | Louisville, KY | Cheapest | |||||
 | East Side Transfer Center | Louisville, KY | Fastest | |||||
 | Rockford, IL | Louisville, KY | No tags | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Louisville, KY | No tags |
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Get from Rockford to Louisville
The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rockford, IL to Louisville 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 Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Louisville start from $78. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Louisville?
The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Louisville is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 325 miles (523 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 59m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Louisville route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Louisville at 8:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Louisville?
A bus trip from Rockford to Louisville generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rockford to Louisville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Louisville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rockford to Louisville?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Louisville?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Louisville was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Louisville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $286 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-02-03.
Usually Amtrak 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.
