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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Barrington is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Barrington is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Barrington?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Barrington. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Barrington via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Normal to Barrington?

The distance between Normal and Barrington is 157 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Barrington without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $18 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Normal to Barrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Barrington train from?

Normal to Barrington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Normal to Barrington?

The best way to get from Normal to Barrington is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $18 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Normal to Barrington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Barrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Barrington is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Normal to Barrington.

Where can I stay near Barrington?

There are 142+ hotels available in Barrington.

Normal to Barrington - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Normal to Barrington by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, train, or taxi

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

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1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Barringtontrain Up-Nw
3h 53m
$19–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mallbus Peoria line
4h 57m
$50–68
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Barringtoncar 134.4 mi
2h 38m
$25–36
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Barringtontrain
4h 40m
$35–232
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Barringtontrain Up-Nw
7h 14m
$39–56
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Normal to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Barringtontrain
4h 23m
$177–397

Normal to Barrington by train and foot

38Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Barrington via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h.

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