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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | East Side Transfer Center | Louisville, KY | Cheapest | |||||
 | East Side Transfer Center | Louisville, KY | Fastest | |||||
 | Rockford, IL | Louisville, KY | No tags | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Louisville, KY | No tags |
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Get from Rockford to Louisville
The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 257, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rockford, IL to Louisville by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Louisville start at R 1 257. The average price for this route is around R 1 599. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rockford to Louisville?
The average bus journey time from Rockford to Louisville is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 523 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 59m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Louisville route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Louisville at 08:15. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Louisville?
A bus trip from Rockford to Louisville produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Rockford to Louisville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Louisville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rockford to Louisville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rockford to Louisville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rockford, IL to Louisville was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 254To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Louisville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 254 to R 4 267 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 254, which is on 2026-01-28.
