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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 | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | |||||
 | Rockford, IL | Union Station | Fastest | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Union Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | East Side Transfer Center | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| East Side Transfer Center | Union Station | No tags |
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Get from Rockford to Washington
The journey takes about 23 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rockford, IL to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Washington start from $103. The average price for this route is around $104. 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 Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Washington is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 661 miles (1066 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Washington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Washington at 8:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Washington?
A bus trip from Rockford to Washington generates an estimated 27 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 Washington?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Washington?
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 Washington?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Washington?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $105To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $105 to $650 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $105 which is on 2026-01-13.
