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By car (215 km)
2 h 19 min
215 km.
from $11
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2 h 19 min
215 km.
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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

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Decatur
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$254.77

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

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Des Plaines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$7.01

Bus operators

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Email:
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Multi-Modal Facility to Watterson
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$58.60

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Normal?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Normal is to drive which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Normal?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Normal is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $43.48 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Normal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Multi-Modal Facility and arriving at Watterson Towers. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Normal. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Normal?

The distance between Des Plaines and Normal is 236 km. The road distance is 215.3 km.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Normal without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Normal without a car is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $43.48 - $50 .

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Normal?

The bus from Multi-Modal Facility to Watterson Towers takes 1h 51m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Normal bus from?

Des Plaines to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Multi-Modal Facility station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Normal train from?

Des Plaines to Normal train services, operated by Metra, depart from Des Plaines station.

Train, bus or fly from Des Plaines to Normal?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Normal is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $43.48 - $50 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $17.39 - $97.83 and takes 3h 43m, you could also fly, which costs $173.91 - $369.57 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Normal bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Watterson Towers station.

Where does the Des Plaines to Normal train arrive?

Des Plaines to Normal train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Normal is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Des Plaines to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

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