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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Topeka to Galesburg. Traveling by bus from Topeka to Galesburg usually takes around 24 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 20 hours,
| Distance | 310 mi (499 km) |
| Shortest duration | 20h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $110.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Topeka to Galesburg?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Topeka to Galesburg. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 0h 30m | $117.50 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Topeka to Galesburg every day, with the average journey taking around 24 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Galesburg usually start from $110.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 24 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 310 miles from Topeka to Galesburg. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 hours. 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.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Topeka to Galesburg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Topeka to Galesburg. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Topeka to Galesburg; ticket prices start at $69.00.
City Information
Galesburg
Galesburg is best known as the birthplace of writer and poet Carl Sandburg, with the Carl Sandburg State Historic Site erected in his honor. If you love the look of Carl’s boyhood cottage, you can stay in a historic home of your own – several, including the Great House of Galesburg, have been converted into charming bed-and-breakfasts across town.
Galesburg is also known for its historic involvement in the local railroad system, notably connecting Illinois’ largest (at the time) cities, Chicago and Quincy. In fact, the Galesburg Railroad Museum functions solely to preserve and share the history of the railroad industry in Galesburg and Western Illinois. The city even holds an annual festival, the Galesburg Railroad Days, complete with rides, live music, and open-air markets to celebrate the city’s railroad roots. And it’s not just literal railroads– Galesburg was originally founded by abolitionists and became a critical stop to freedom in the Underground Railroad.
Galesburg remains a major railway hub, acting as one of the stops for some of Amtrak’s most popular lines. The Carl Sandburg, Illinois Zephyr, and Southwest Chief all operate daily to connect Galesburg west to Chicago. Meanwhile, the California Zephyr reaches all the way to Los Angeles. Galesburg also has two main bus stations for Greyhound and Burlington Trailways. These carriers provide coverage to Denver, St. Louis, and Moline, which has the closest airport to Galesburg, Quad Cities Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Topeka?
Main departure station: Bp To Go
Most buses depart from the main station in Topeka.
All bus stations in Topeka:
Bp To Go
Where does the bus arrive in Galesburg?
Main arrival station: 225 S Seminary St
All buses from Topeka arrive at one main station in Galesburg.
All bus stations in Galesburg:
225 S Seminary St
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