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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Shell Station | East Side Transfer Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Station | East Side Transfer Center | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Station | East Side Transfer Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Station | East Side Transfer Center | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Elgin, (IL - Elgin, IL(Sofia Envios and Services) ) | Rockford, (IL - EL Carrusel) | No tags |
Get from Elgin to Rockford
The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Elgin, IL, US to Rockford, IL by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Elgin to Rockford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Elgin to Rockford start from $19. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Elgin to Rockford?
The average bus trip duration from Elgin to Rockford is 35m, covering a distance of 46 miles (73 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Elgin to Rockford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Elgin to Rockford?
The earliest bus departs from Elgin to Rockford at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 2:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Elgin to Rockford?
A bus trip from Elgin to Rockford generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Elgin to Rockford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Elgin to Rockford?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Elgin to Rockford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Elgin to Rockford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Elgin, IL, US to Rockford, IL was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $200To 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.
