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

The cheapest way to get from Lombard to Normal is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lombard to Normal is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lombard and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Lombard to Normal. However, there are services departing from Washington/Westmore-Meyers and arriving at Watterson Commons via Yorktown Center and Oakbrook Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Lombard and Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Lombard to Normal. However, there are services departing from Lombard and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Lombard to Normal?

The distance between Lombard and Normal is 126 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lombard to Normal without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Lombard to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lombard to Normal bus from?

Lombard to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Oakbrook Mall station.

Where do I catch the Lombard to Normal train from?

Lombard to Normal train services, operated by Metra, depart from Lombard station.

Train or bus from Lombard to Normal?

The best way to get from Lombard to Normal is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Lombard to Normal bus arrive?

Lombard to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Watterson Commons station.

Where does the Lombard to Normal train arrive?

Lombard to Normal train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Lombard to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Lombard to Normal is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Lombard to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Lombard to Normal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lombard to Normal by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (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
best
1. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson CommonsPeoria line
3h 38m
$48–63
Drive 120 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lombard to Normal120 mi
2h 6m
$22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Lombard to Chicago OTCUp-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
3h 52m
Bus via Chicago (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
6h 54m
$37–52

Lombard to Normal by bus

3Weekly Buses

3h 38mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.6 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson Commons 3 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lombard to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 52m.

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