Bus Tickets from New York City to Rockford, IL

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Next departures for New York City to Rockford on September 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
NYC Chinatown Lucky Star
East Side Transfer CenterNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
GW Bridge
East Side Transfer CenterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Chinatown
East Side Transfer CenterNo tags
Greyhound
New York Port Authority
East Side Transfer CenterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
East Side Transfer CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Rockford

Average PriceUS$91 - US$296Average Duration1d 13h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$190 - US$323Average Duration1d 2h
114kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Rockford

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rockford. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 13hAverage Duration
US$91Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Rockford, IL: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$133
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 13h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure5:50am
Distance1272 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

New York City to Rockford Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Rockford, IL

  1. How far is New York City from Rockford?

    It's about 1258 km (780 miles) from New York City to Rockford.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Rockford, IL was searched and found on Sep 12, 2025 with a price of US$153

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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New York City to Rockford.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York City to Rockford, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York City to Rockford will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from New York City to Rockford while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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