What is the cheapest way to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove?

The fastest way to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Buffalo Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Buffalo Grove. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Dundee/Ellen/Oak Creek via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Normal to Buffalo Grove?

The distance between Normal and Buffalo Grove is 146 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

How do I travel from Normal to Buffalo Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove without a car is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Buffalo Grove bus from?

Normal to Buffalo Grove bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

Train or bus from Normal to Buffalo Grove?

The best way to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $75 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Normal to Buffalo Grove bus arrive?

Normal to Buffalo Grove bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Can I drive from Normal to Buffalo Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Buffalo Grove is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Normal to Buffalo Grove.

Where can I stay near Buffalo Grove?

There are 252+ hotels available in Buffalo Grove.

Normal to Buffalo Grove - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Normal to Buffalo Grove by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield MallPeoria line
4h 12m
$47–63
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
4h 57m
$23–70
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Buffalo Grove141.5 mi
2h 28m
$26–38
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, line 600 bus, line 604 bus
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BMI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Northwest Transportation Center
3. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Dundee/Ellen/Oak Creek
4h 18m
$35–230
Bus via Chicago (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0145S
8h 17m
$40–60
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Normal to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
4h 1m
$176–395

Normal to Buffalo Grove by bus and foot

12Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Buffalo Grove, Cook County, IL, USA?

Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $17–65 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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