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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Normal is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Normal is to drive which takes 6h 22m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Normal. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Bloomington via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Normal. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Detroit to Normal?

The distance between Detroit and Normal is 406 miles. The road distance is 385.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Normal without a car is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs $65 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Detroit to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Normal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Detroit to Normal train from?

Detroit to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Normal?

The best way to get from Detroit to Normal is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs $65 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $210 and takes 12h, you could also fly, which costs $45 - $300 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Detroit to Normal bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Detroit and Normal?

Normal is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 10:01 AM in Detroit and 9:01 AM in Normal.

Where does the Detroit to Normal train arrive?

Detroit to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Normal is 386 miles. It takes approximately 6h 22m to drive from Detroit to Normal.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit to Normal?

Book your Detroit to Normal train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 45+ hotels available in Normal.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Normal by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
8h 4m
$65–389
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)DTW - BMI
7h 10m
$48–293
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
12h
$73–208
Drive 383.4 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Normal383.4 mi
6h 22m
$70–102
Bus via Oak Brook
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to ChicagoFlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson CommonsPeoria line
12h 30m
$92–165
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)DTW - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Bloomington/Normal
8h 24m
$71–348
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)DTW - MDW
2. Take the train from Summit Amtrak to Bloomington-Normal
6h 52m
$67–355
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DTW - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
7h 19m
$142–587

Detroit to Normal by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

8h 4mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Detroit to Normal.

Launch map view

Distance: 404.1 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Bloomington via Chicago Bus Station in around 12h.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.