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Today18 Aug
Tomorrow19 Aug
Wed20 Aug
from US$17
Thu21 Aug
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Fri22 Aug
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Sat23 Aug
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Sun24 Aug
Mon25 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 August at
    Departure city: Elgin
    Departure location: Shell Station
    Arrival time: 20 August at
    Destination city: Rockford
    Destination location: East Side Transfer Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 August at
    Departure city: Elgin
    Departure location: Shell Station
    Arrival time: 20 August at
    Destination city: Rockford
    Destination location: East Side Transfer Center
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 August at
    Departure city: Elgin
    Departure location: Shell Station
    Arrival time: 20 August at
    Destination city: Rockford
    Destination location: East Side Transfer Center
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Elgin, IL, US to Rockford, IL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$18
Average bus trip duration45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure10:30
Distance35 miles
Latest bus departure14:55

Elgin to Rockford Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Elgin to Rockford, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Elgin, IL, US - Rockford, IL

  1. How far is Rockford from Elgin by coach?

    The distance between Elgin and Rockford by coach is approximately 35 miles (56 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Elgin to Rockford without a car?

    You can travel to Rockford from Elgin by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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17/08
US$10
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Elgin, IL, US to Rockford, IL was searched and found on 20 Aug 2025 with a price of US$10

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

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$170 for a bus ticket from Elgin, IL, US to Rockford, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-08-20.

Usually Tornado Bus 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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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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 Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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