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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Heights to Normal is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Heights to Normal is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Heights and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Heights to Normal. However, there are services departing from Halsted Ave & Lincoln Hwy and arriving at Bloomington via Matteson, IL and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Chicago Heights to Normal?

The distance between Chicago Heights and Normal is 123 miles. The road distance is 113.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Heights to Normal without a car is to train via Joliet which takes 4h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Chicago Heights to Normal, including transfers.

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

Chicago Heights to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Matteson, IL station.

Train or bus from Chicago Heights to Normal?

The best way to get from Chicago Heights to Normal is to train via Joliet which takes 4h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Chicago Heights to Normal bus arrive?

Chicago Heights to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Illinois Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chicago Heights to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Heights to Normal is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Chicago Heights to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Chicago Heights to Normal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Heights to Normal by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Train via Joliet
best
1. Take the train from Oak Forest to JolietRi
2. Take the train from Joliet Gateway Center to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
4h 17m
Drive 113.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Heights to Normal113.1 mi
2h 5m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matteson, IL to Illinois TerminalChicago Area to Champaign SOUTH
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
5h 41m
$64–113
Train
1. Take the train from 211th St. to Van Buren St.Me
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
4h 54m
$24–67

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 122.6 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Chicago Heights, IL, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy to Bloomington-Normal via Pace Harvey TC Bay C, 159th St & Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, Joliet, and Joliet Gateway Center in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halsted Ave & Lincoln Hwy to Bloomington via Southwick Dr & Stoneridge Ct, Matteson, IL, Illinois Terminal, and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr in around 5h 41m.

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