What is the cheapest way to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal?

The cheapest way to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal?

The fastest way to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct train between Aurora and Bloomington–Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal. However, there are services departing from Aurora and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal?

The distance between Aurora and Bloomington–Normal is 162 miles. The road distance is 106.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal without a car?

The best way to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $20 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aurora to Bloomington–Normal train from?

Aurora to Bloomington–Normal train services, operated by Metra, depart from Aurora station.

Train or bus from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal?

The best way to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $20 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Aurora to Bloomington–Normal train arrive?

Aurora to Bloomington–Normal train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Aurora to Bloomington–Normal is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal.

Where can I stay near Bloomington–Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Bloomington–Normal.

Aurora to Bloomington–Normal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aurora to Chicago Union StationBnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
4h 13m
$21–62
Drive 105.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aurora to Bloomington–Normal105.6 mi
2h 3m
$20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downers Grove to Watterson CommonsPeoria line
4h 17m
$47–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aurora to Chicago Union StationBnsf
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
7h 19m
$39–57

Aurora to Bloomington–Normal by train

38Weekly Trains

4h 13mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Aurora, IL, USA and Bloomington–Normal, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Aurora to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Downers Grove to Watterson Commons 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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