What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Normal?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Normal is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Normal?

The fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Normal is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $17 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago, IL and 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 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago, IL and 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, IL to Normal?

The distance between Chicago, IL and Normal is 125 miles. The road distance is 131.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Normal without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $17 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Chicago, IL to 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, IL to Normal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago, IL to Normal train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago, IL to Normal?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Normal is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $17 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs $30 - $270 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Normal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago, IL to Normal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago, IL to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago, IL to Normal is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Chicago, IL to Normal.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago, IL to Normal?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Normal?

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Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 43+ hotels available in Normal.

Chicago, IL to Normal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago, IL to Normal by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
2h 7m
$17–55
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
4h 55m
$30–50
Drive 130.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago, IL to Normal130.4 mi
2h 17m
$24–35
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)ORD - BMI
4h 4m
$34–266
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 3m
$178–445

Chicago, IL to Normal by foot and train (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal 5 times a day. Tickets cost $17–55 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomington once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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