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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to DeKalb is to drive which costs $20 - $35 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to DeKalb is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $20 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Dekalb via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Normal to DeKalb?

The distance between Normal and DeKalb is 187 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to DeKalb without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Normal to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to DeKalb bus from?

Normal to DeKalb bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Normal to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Normal to DeKalb is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $40 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $100 and takes 7h.

Where does the Normal to DeKalb bus arrive?

Normal to DeKalb bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Can I drive from Normal to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to DeKalb is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Normal to DeKalb.

How do I get a bus ticket from Normal to DeKalb?

Book your Normal to DeKalb bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 20+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Normal to DeKalb - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
6h 1m
$44–93
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to DeKalbcar 114.8 mi
1h 55m
$21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus
7h
$64–97
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Joliet Gateway Centertrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Pace Transit Center Bay C to Yorktown Centerbus 834
8h 5m
$33–72

Normal to DeKalb by train, foot, and bus

38Weekly Services

6h 1mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Normal to DeKalb.

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloomington-Normal to Dekalb via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and Chicago Bus Station in around 7h.

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