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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Cincinnati is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Bloomington/Normal and arriving at Cincinnati via Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Normal to Cincinnati?

The distance between Normal and Cincinnati is 284 miles. The road distance is 278.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $55 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Normal to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Cincinnati bus from?

Normal to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Bloomington/Normal station.

Bus or fly from Normal to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Normal to Cincinnati is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $55 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $650 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Normal to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Normal to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Normal and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Normal. It is currently 11:18 AM in Normal and 12:18 PM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Normal to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Cincinnati is 279 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Normal to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 650+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Normal to Cincinnati - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Normal to Cincinnati by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or train

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 Bloomington/Normal to Indianapolis Union StationDenver
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to CincinnatiFlixBus 2514
6h 29m
$57–166
Drive 277.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to Cincinnati277.1 mi
4h 48m
$51–74
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Covington (CVG)BMI - CVG
6h 29m
$98–603
Bus via Arlington Heights
1. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Indianapolis Union StationDenver
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Cincinnati Bus StationGreyhound US0120
7h 25m
$69–176
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Peoria
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Covington (CVG)PIA - CVG
7h 10m
$122–647
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)ORD - CVG
6h 30m
$92–559
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Summit Amtrak
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)MDW - CVG
5h 46m
$105–656

Normal to Cincinnati by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.6 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from Bloomington/Normal to Cincinnati via Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) and Indianapolis in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, Delta and American Airlines fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Covington (CVG) 4 times a day.

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