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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | East Side Transfer Center | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | East Side Transfer Center | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | East Side Transfer Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa | East Side Transfer Center | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | East Side Transfer Center | No tags |
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Get from Ottawa to Rockford
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Rockford, IL by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Rockford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Rockford start from $106. The average price for this route is around $111. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Rockford?
The average bus trip duration from Ottawa to Rockford is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 687 miles (1108 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Rockford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ottawa to Rockford?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Rockford at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Rockford?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Rockford generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Rockford, IL was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $107To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Rockford, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $107 to $159 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Rockford, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-12-20.
