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How to Travel from

Chicago to Normal

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$420.37–$598.71

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$101.91

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomington
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$140.12

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Normal?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Normal is to drive which costs $22.83 - $34.78 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Normal?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Normal is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $15.22 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Normal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Bloomington. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Normal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Bloomington-Normal. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Chicago to Normal?

The distance between Chicago and Normal is 199 km. The road distance is 211.4 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Normal without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Normal without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $15.22 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Normal?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Normal bus from?

Chicago to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Normal train from?

Chicago to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Normal?

The best way to get from Chicago to Normal is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $15.22 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $119.57 and takes 5h 15m, you could also fly, which costs $173.91 - $369.57 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Chicago to Normal bus arrive?

Chicago to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bloomington station.

Where does the Chicago to Normal train arrive?

Chicago to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bloomington-Normal station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Normal is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Chicago to Normal.

Which airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal Airport?

American Airlines offers flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Normal?

Book your Chicago to Normal train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Normal?

Book your Chicago to Normal bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 38+ hotels available in Normal. Prices start at $39.29 per night.
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