What is the cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Normal?

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Normal is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Normal?

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Normal is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Normal. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at Bloomington via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Normal?

The distance between Cincinnati and Normal is 421 miles. The road distance is 279 miles.

How do I travel from Cincinnati to Normal without a car?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Normal without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 7m and costs $60 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Cincinnati to Normal?

It takes approximately 9h 7m to get from Cincinnati to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Normal bus from?

Cincinnati to Normal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Normal?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Normal is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $75 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus via Oak Brook, which costs $90 - $150 and takes 10h 44m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Normal bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Normal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Normal?

Normal is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 11:54 PM in Cincinnati and 10:54 PM in Normal.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Normal is 279 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Cincinnati to Normal.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Normal?

Book your Cincinnati to Normal bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 43+ hotels available in Normal.

Cincinnati to Normal - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cincinnati to Normal by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2514
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
9h 7m
$60–151
Drive 277.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Normal277.4 mi
4h 46m
$51–74
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolis
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
11h 27m
$72–228
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)CVG - BMI
6h 46m
$78–482
Bus via Oak Brook
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2514
2. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson CommonsPeoria line
10h 44m
$92–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2514
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
11h 55m
$78–136
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)CVG - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Bloomington/Normal
8h
$100–528
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CVG - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
7h 3m
$76–436
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)CVG - MDW
2. Take the train from Summit Amtrak to Bloomington-Normal
6h 27m
$96–554

Cincinnati to Normal by bus, foot, and train

6Weekly Services

9h 7mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 419 mi
Duration: 9h 7m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Covington (CVG) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to Watterson Commons via Chicago Bus Station, Clinton-Blue, Forest Park, Forest Park CTA Station, and Oakbrook Mall in around 10h 44m.

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