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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Carpentersville is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Carpentersville is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Carpentersville?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Carpentersville. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Kennedy Dr via Northwest Transportation Center and Elgin Transportation Center Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Normal to Carpentersville?

The distance between Normal and Carpentersville is 170 miles. The road distance is 134.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Carpentersville without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs $21 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Normal to Carpentersville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Carpentersville bus from?

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

Train or bus from Normal to Carpentersville?

The best way to get from Normal to Carpentersville is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs $21 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 554 bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Normal to Carpentersville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Carpentersville?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Carpentersville is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Normal to Carpentersville.

Where can I stay near Carpentersville?

There are 140+ hotels available in Carpentersville.

Normal to Carpentersville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 554 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to ElginMd-W
5h 37m
$22–71
Bus, line 554 bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield MallPeoria line
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4554
6h 29m
$48–65
Drive 133.5 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Carpentersville133.5 mi
2h 35m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0145S
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4603
9h 5m
$37–58

Normal to Carpentersville by train and bus

38Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Kennedy Dr via Chicago Union Station, Elgin, and Elgin Transportation Center Bay 2 in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Uptown Station to Kennedy Dr via Woodfield Mall, Northwest Transportation Center, and Elgin Transportation Center Bay 2 in around 6h 29m.

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