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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Detroit is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Detroit is to train and fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $60 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Bloomington/Normal and arriving at Detroit, MI via Indianapolis, IN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Normal to Detroit?

The distance between Normal and Detroit is 406 miles. The road distance is 385.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 8h 39m and costs $60 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Normal to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Detroit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Normal to Detroit train from?

Normal to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train, bus or fly from Normal to Detroit?

The best way to get from Normal to Detroit is to train which takes 8h 39m and costs $60 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $65 - $160 and takes 9h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $45 - $310 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Normal to Detroit bus arrive?

Normal to Detroit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Normal and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Normal. It is currently 8:09 AM in Normal and 9:09 AM in Detroit.

Where does the Normal to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Detroit is 385 miles. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Normal to Detroit.

How do I get a train ticket from Normal to Detroit?

Book your Normal to Detroit train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 470+ hotels available in Detroit.

Normal to Detroit - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Normal to Detroit by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DetroitWolverine
8h 39m
$63–201
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
cheapest
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Detroit (DTW)BMI - DTW
6h 36m
$48–303
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Indianapolis Union StationDenver
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MICincinnati
9h 20m
$69–151
Drive 382.9 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Detroit382.9 mi
6h 23m
$70–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0145S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0160
12h 40m
$67–123
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 Detroit (DTW)MDW - DTW
6h 14m
$60–350
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 Detroit (DTW)ORD - DTW
6h 56m
$132–408
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to St. Louis
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Detroit (DTW)STL - DTW
7h 21m
$217–451

Normal to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

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8h 39mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 404.1 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloomington/Normal to Detroit, MI via Indianapolis, IN in around 9h 20m.

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