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Two ways to Travel from Chicago to Bloomington–normal

Composite routes from Chicago to Bloomington–normal

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
209 km.
from $11

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$358.70–$510.87

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Decatur
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$217.39

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:
$15.22–$86.96

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomington
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$119.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington-Normal is to drive which costs $22.83 - $34.78 and takes 2h 17m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Bloomington-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 Bloomington-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 Bloomington-Normal?

The distance between Chicago and Bloomington-Normal is 199 km. The road distance is 212.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Bloomington-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 Bloomington-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 Bloomington-Normal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Bloomington-Normal train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Bloomington-Normal?

The best way to get from Chicago to Bloomington-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 Bloomington-Normal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago to Bloomington-Normal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Bloomington-Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Bloomington-Normal is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Chicago to Bloomington-Normal.

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

Book your Chicago to Bloomington-Normal train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bloomington-Normal?

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