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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Rock Island to Sterling. Traveling by bus from Rock Island to Sterling usually takes around 35 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 660 mi (1062 km) |
Shortest duration | 35h 20m |
Cheapest price | $213.49 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Rock Island to Sterling?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rock Island to Sterling. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 1 | 1d 11h 20m | $235.07 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Rock Island to Sterling, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 35 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 660 miles from Rock Island to Sterling. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Rock Island to Sterling for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Rock Island to Sterling. It leaves the station in Rock Island at 5:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rock Island?
Main departure station: Augustana College
Most buses depart from the main station in Rock Island.
All bus stations in Rock Island:
Augustana College
Where does the bus arrive in Sterling?
Main arrival station: 2170 E Chestnut St
All buses from Rock Island arrive at one main station in Sterling.
All bus stations in Sterling:
2170 E Chestnut St
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