What is the cheapest way to get from Arlington Heights to Normal?

The cheapest way to get from Arlington Heights to Normal is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arlington Heights to Normal?

The fastest way to get from Arlington Heights to Normal is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Arlington Heights and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Arlington Heights to Normal. However, there are services departing from Golf Rd & Algonquin Rd and arriving at Watterson Commons via Woodfield Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Arlington Heights and Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Arlington Heights to Normal. However, there are services departing from Arlington Heights and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Arlington Heights to Normal?

The distance between Arlington Heights and Normal is 148 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

How do I travel from Arlington Heights to Normal without a car?

The best way to get from Arlington Heights to Normal without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $20 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Arlington Heights to Normal?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Arlington Heights to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arlington Heights to Normal bus from?

Arlington Heights to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Woodfield Mall station.

Where do I catch the Arlington Heights to Normal train from?

Arlington Heights to Normal train services, operated by Metra, depart from Arlington Heights station.

Train or bus from Arlington Heights to Normal?

The best way to get from Arlington Heights to Normal is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $20 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Arlington Heights to Normal bus arrive?

Arlington Heights to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Watterson Commons station.

Where does the Arlington Heights to Normal train arrive?

Arlington Heights to Normal train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Arlington Heights to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Arlington Heights to Normal is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Arlington Heights to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 45+ hotels available in Normal.

Arlington Heights to Normal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Arlington Heights to Normal by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, plane, bus (Greyhound), or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Arlington Heights to Chicago OTCUp-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
3h 54m
$20–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Woodfield Mall to Watterson CommonsPeoria line
4h 31m
$47–62
Drive 135.6 mi
1. Drive from Arlington Heights to Normal135.6 mi
2h 24m
$25–36
Train, fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Take the train from Arlington Heights to Irving Park
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)ORD - BMI
4h 19m
Bus via Chicago (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
6h 56m
$36–74
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Normal
4h 17m
$178–425

Arlington Heights to Normal by train and foot

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Arlington Heights, Cook County, IL, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Arlington Heights to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Woodfield Mall to Watterson Commons 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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