What is the cheapest way to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station?

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station?

The fastest way to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Chicago Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Normal to Chicago Union Station?

The distance between Normal and Chicago Union Station is 124 miles. The road distance is 131.6 miles.

How do I travel from Normal to Chicago Union Station without a car?

The best way to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station?

The train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Normal to Chicago Union Station train from?

Normal to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or fly from Normal to Chicago Union Station?

The best way to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $65 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $30 - $240 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Normal to Chicago Union Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Chicago Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Chicago Union Station is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Normal to Chicago Union Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Normal to Chicago Union Station?

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Where can I stay near Chicago Union Station?

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Normal to Chicago Union Station - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Normal to Chicago Union Station by train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2h 19m
$65–110
Drive 130.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to Chicago Union Stationcar 130.8 mi
2h 18m
$23–33
Fly
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BMI - ORD
3h 43m
$33–236

Normal to Chicago Union Station by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 123.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Chicago Union Station, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) twice daily.

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