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30 h 37 min
3173 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Bloomington to Des Plaines

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Cheapest
By car (3 173 km)
30 h 37 min
3173 km.
from $174
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Other
Taxi, Plane
2 h 47 min
195 km.
from $363.48
Bus, Plane (Bus to Peoria International Airport)
4 h
195 km.
from $291.25
Bus, Plane (Bus to University Of Illinois Willard Airport)
3 h 42 min
195 km.
from $468.18
Train, Plane
3 h 41 min
195 km.
from $379.35

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$420.37–$598.71
Plane from Peoria International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$484.07
Plane from University Of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$560.50
Plane from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$331.20

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Decatur Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$254.77
Plane from Peoria International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$458.59

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$101.91
Train from Bloomington-Normal to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$82.80

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Bloomington to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$140.12
Bus from Bloomington to Champaign
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.20–$76.43

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Bloomington to Champaign
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$56.05

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Email:
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Watterson Towers to Woodfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$58.60
Bus from Watterson Towers to Peoria
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.54

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $23.91 - $35.87 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $23.91 - $35.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Des Plaines station. However, there are services departing from Watterson Towers and arriving at Des Plaines Metra Station via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Bloomington to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Des Plaines?

The distance between Bloomington and Des Plaines is 227 km. The road distance is 219.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $18.48 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Bloomington to Des Plaines, including transfers.

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

Bloomington to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Watterson Towers station.

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

Bloomington to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bloomington to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Des Plaines is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $18.48 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $52.17 and takes 3h 47m, you could also fly, which costs $228.26 - $423.91 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Bloomington to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Bloomington to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Where does the Bloomington to Des Plaines train arrive?

Bloomington to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Des Plaines is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Bloomington to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 350+ hotels available in Des Plaines. Prices start at $44.79 per night.
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