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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $14 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Bloomington–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 and Bloomington–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 to Bloomington–Normal?

The distance between Chicago and Bloomington–Normal is 124 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $14 - $150.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal?

The best way to get from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $14 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs $30 - $260 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Chicago to Bloomington–Normal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago to Bloomington–Normal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Bloomington–Normal is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington–Normal?

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Where can I stay near Bloomington–Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Bloomington–Normal.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
1h 58m
$14–150
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomingtonbus Greyhound US0145S
4h 55m
$30–50
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Bloomington–Normalcar 131.9 mi
2h 21m
$25–35
Fly
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane ORD - BMI
4h 5m
$34–256

Chicago to Bloomington–Normal by train (Amtrak)

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 123.8 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal 5 times a day. Tickets cost $14–150 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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