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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Elgin is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Highland Ave & Spring St via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Normal to Elgin?

The distance between Normal and Elgin is 161 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $20 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Normal to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Elgin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Normal to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Normal to Elgin?

The best way to get from Normal to Elgin is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $20 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 554 bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Normal to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Normal to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Elgin is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Normal to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 128+ hotels available in Elgin.

Normal to Elgin - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 554 bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Normal to Elgin by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, bus (Greyhound), or taxi

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

Train
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1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to ElginMd-W
4h 12m
$20–59
Bus, line 554 bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield MallPeoria line
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Highland Ave & Spring St554
5h 3m
$47–64
Drive 128 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Elgin128 mi
2h 27m
$24–34
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, bus
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BMI - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
4h 5m
$34–240
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
7h 40m
$35–51
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Normal to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
3h 49m
$175–415

Normal to Elgin by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.5 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Uptown Station to Highland Ave & Spring St via Woodfield Mall and Northwest Transportation Center in around 5h 3m.

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