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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Normal is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $40 - $80 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Normal is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Dayton and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Dayton to Normal. However, there are services departing from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station and Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Dayton to Normal?

The distance between Dayton and Normal is 286 miles. The road distance is 282.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dayton to Normal without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs $45 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Dayton to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dayton to Normal bus from?

Dayton to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Dayton to Normal?

The best way to get from Dayton to Normal is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $330 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Dayton to Normal bus arrive?

Dayton to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Dayton and Normal?

Normal is 1h behind Dayton. It is currently 10:13 AM in Dayton and 9:13 AM in Normal.

Can I drive from Dayton to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Normal is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Dayton to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Dayton to Normal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Dayton to Normal by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or train

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

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0157S
7h 29m
$47–92
Bus via Indianapolis
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0157S
7h 49m
$43–80
Drive 280.8 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Normalcar 280.8 mi
4h 55m
$52–74
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane DAY - BMI
6h 39m
$48–323
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DAY - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain
7h 15m
$64–322

Dayton to Normal by bus and foot (Greyhound)

7Weekly Services

7h 29mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.6 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. to Bloomington-Normal via Northwest Hub, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, and Indianapolis Union Station in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Dayton (DAY) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) every 4 hours.

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