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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Normal is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Normal is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Normal. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Bloomington via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Normal?

The distance between DeKalb and Normal is 187 miles. The road distance is 116.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Normal without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $21 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from DeKalb to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Normal bus from?

DeKalb to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Normal?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Normal is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $21 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $95 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the DeKalb to Normal bus arrive?

DeKalb to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Normal is 116 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from DeKalb to Normal.

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

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Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 43+ hotels available in Normal.

DeKalb to Normal - 4 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, and line 715 bus

There are 4 ways to get from DeKalb to Normal by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
5h 35m
$22–237
Line 12 bus, train, line 715 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Locust St. at 2nd St. - EB Stop #623 to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662bus 12
2. Take the train from Elburn to Glen Ellyntrain
3. Take the bus from Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra to Yorktown Centerbus 715
4. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson Commonsbus
6h 38m
Drive 115.5 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Normalcar 115.5 mi
1h 54m
$22–31
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomingtonbus Greyhound US0145S
7h 25m
$50–94

DeKalb to Normal by bus, train, and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 35mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Bloomington-Normal via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, Chicago OTC, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dekalb to Bloomington via Chicago Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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