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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Normal is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 51m.

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 51m 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 via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Dayton to Normal?

The distance between Dayton and Normal is 429 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 and train which takes 11h 22m and costs $40 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 11h 22m 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 Barons Bus, depart from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Dayton to Normal?

The best way to get from Dayton to Normal is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $95 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 12h 44m.

Where does the Dayton to Normal bus arrive?

Dayton to Normal bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Dayton and Normal?

Normal is 1h behind Dayton. It is currently 6:39 AM in Dayton and 5:39 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 51m to drive from Dayton to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 43+ hotels available in Normal.

Dayton to Normal - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dayton 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 Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Chicagobus Columbus-Chicago
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
11h 22m
$44–242
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain
12h 12m
$81–412
Drive 280.8 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Normalcar 280.8 mi
4h 51m
$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 56m
$98–603
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson Commonsbus
12h 44m
$100–225
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Chicagobus Columbus-Chicago
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomingtonbus Greyhound US0145S
14h 10m
$60–142
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)plane DAY - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Bloomington/Normalbus
8h 16m
$121–648
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 9m
$83–597

Dayton to Normal by bus, foot, and train

13Weekly Services

11h 22mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dayton to Normal.

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Distance: 426.9 mi
Duration: 11h 22m

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

American Airlines, Allegiant Air, and United Airlines fly from Dayton (DAY) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. to Watterson Commons via Northwest Hub, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, Indianapolis, Chicago Bus Station, Clinton-Blue, Forest Park, Forest Park CTA Station, and Oakbrook Mall in around 12h 44m.

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