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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Springfield to Rock Island. Traveling by bus from Springfield to Rock Island usually takes around 18 hours and 15 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 129 mi (207 km) |
Shortest duration | 18h 15m |
Cheapest price | $37.00 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Springfield to Rock Island?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Springfield to Rock Island. Greyhound 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 |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 1 | 18h 15m | $37.00 |
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 1 bus trips from Springfield to Rock Island every day, with the average journey taking around 18 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Rock Island usually start from $37.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 129 miles from Springfield to Rock Island. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Springfield to Rock Island. It leaves the station in Springfield at 11:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Springfield to Rock Island. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Springfield, IL to Rock Island, IL; ticket prices start at $45.00.
City Information
Springfield
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Link to image attributionThere are 34 cities in America called Springfield, but the state capital of Illinois is one of the most well-known. Beyond Springfield's political clout as a state capital, it is known for being the home of Abraham Lincoln for many years, plus the site of his final resting place. While in town, you can visit President Lincoln's restored home, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Lincoln Tomb in Oak Ridge Cemetery. An enormous bronze bust of Lincoln outside his tomb features a nose as shiny as a new penny, rubbed by scores of visitors who consider it good luck.
Springfield is one of the state's best destinations thanks to more than just history. Check out the incredible artistry on display in the capitol building's stained glass windows, or discover the dogwoods lining 5 miles of trails in the Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center. Not to mention Springfield's bustling craft beer scene; hit up the city's microbreweries, nano breweries, and craft beer companies like the famous Springfield Beer Company.
It should be no surprise that one of the primary transportation methods to Springfield is called the Lincoln Service. This Amtrak train route stops in Springfield on its way from Chicago to St. Louis, and so does the Amtrak Texas Eagle from San Antonio to Chicago. Amtrak Thruway buses run from Springfield to Peoria, where travelers can connect to further bus destinations.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Springfield?
Main departure station: Shanners Tire
Most buses depart from the main station in Springfield.
All bus stations in Springfield:
Shanners Tire
Where does the bus arrive in Rock Island?
Main arrival station: Augustana College - Carlsson Evald Hall
All buses from Springfield arrive at one main station in Rock Island.
All bus stations in Rock Island:
Augustana College - Carlsson Evald Hall
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