What is the cheapest way to get from Decatur to Galena?

The cheapest way to get from Decatur to Galena is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Decatur to Galena?

The fastest way to get from Decatur to Galena is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Decatur and Galena?

No, there is no direct bus from Decatur to Galena. However, there are services departing from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center and arriving at Dubuque via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

How far is it from Decatur to Galena?

The distance between Decatur and Galena is 234 miles. The road distance is 231.2 miles.

How do I travel from Decatur to Galena without a car?

The best way to get from Decatur to Galena without a car is to bus which takes 11h 54m and costs $130 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Decatur to Galena?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Decatur to Galena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Decatur to Galena bus from?

Decatur to Galena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center station.

Where does the Decatur to Galena bus arrive?

Decatur to Galena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Decatur to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Decatur to Galena is 231 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Decatur to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 117+ hotels available in Galena.

Decatur to Galena - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Decatur to Galena by plane, car, bus (Flixbus), bus, or train

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane DEC - MLI
2. Drive from Moline-Airport-MLI to Galenacar
5h 59m
$76–361
Drive 229.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Decatur to Galenacar 229.9 mi
5h 1m
$42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
11h 54m
$134–195
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus
11h 57m
$142–204
Bus, train via Champaign
1. Take the bus from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus
12h 54m
$152–249

Decatur Airport (DEC) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

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Distance: 233.1 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Decatur, IL, USA and Galena, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Decatur Downtown Transportation Center to Galena via Chicago Bus Station, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, Madison, and Dubuque in around 11h 54m.

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