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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 1 buses that leave Joliet, IL for Rockford, IL on Thu, Feb 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 19 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
On Thu, Feb 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL buses for today, Wednesday, February 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:24 PM Joliet, IL | 5h46 | 8:10 PM Rockford, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL
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Buses from Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 14:50. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€37) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 46m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 14:50 |
FAQs: Bus from Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Joliet, IL to Rockford, IL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rockford, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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