Find coaches from Galesburg, IL to Alton, US

Compare 2 ways to travel from Galesburg to Alton

Bus
Average priceUS$58 - US$71Average duration3h 53m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$169 - US$374Average duration13h 59m
21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Galesburg to Alton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Alton. The journey takes about 3 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just US$58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 53mAverage duration
US$58Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Galesburg, IL to Alton, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$58
Average bus trip duration3h 53m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:50
Distance141 miles
Latest bus departure14:15

Galesburg to Alton Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Galesburg, IL - Alton, US

  1. What's the distance between Galesburg and Alton by coach?

    The journey from Galesburg to Alton by coach covers an approximate distance of 141 miles (226 km).

  2. How can I get from Galesburg to Alton without driving?

    You can reach Alton from Galesburg by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Galesburg to Alton, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Galesburg to Alton that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Galesburg to Alton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Galesburg, IL to Alton, US?

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