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How to get fromRockford to Chicago Loopby bus, subway, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Rockford to Chicago Loop by bus, subway, or car

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  1. Bus, subway

    best
    1. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus bus Van Galder
    2. Take the subway from O'Hare to Clark/Lakesubway subway Blue Line
    2h 3m
    $36–58
  2. Drive 83.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Rockford to Chicago Loopcar car 83.8 mi
    1h 31m
    $16–23

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

There is no direct connection from Rockford to Chicago Loop. However, you can take the taxi to 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal, take the bus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departures, walk to O'Hare, then take the subway to Clark/Lake. Alternatively, you can drive from Rockford to Chicago Loop in around 1h 31m.

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