What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Galena?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Galena is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Galena?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Galena is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Galena?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Galena is 188 miles. The road distance is 163.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Galena without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Galena without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $110 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Galena?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Chicago Loop to Galena, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Chicago Loop to Galena?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Galena is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs $190 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $210 and takes 5h 36m.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Galena is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Chicago Loop to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 102+ hotels available in Galena.

Chicago Loop to Galena - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Galena by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, train, bus, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)ORD - DBQ
3h 9m
$198–300
Drive 163 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Galena163 mi
2h 58m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to DavenportGreyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Dubuque Intermodal Transportation CenterBurlington
5h 36m
$114–209
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville
2. Take the bus from Naperville Amtrak Station to Davenport
3. Take the bus from Davenport to Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center
6h 54m
$121–200
Bus via Madison
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to MadisonFlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IA122
7h 48m
$108–202
Bus via Madison #2
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and RideVan Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IA122
7h 53m
$100–176

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) flights

5Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago Loop to Galena.

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Galena, IL, USA?

Key Lime flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Galena via Davenport and Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center in around 5h 36m.

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