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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Elmhurst is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at York St & Robert T Palmer Dr / 2nd St via Oak Brook Center / Macy's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Elmhurst via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Normal to Elmhurst?

The distance between Normal and Elmhurst is 141 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Elmhurst without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs $17 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Normal to Elmhurst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Elmhurst bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Normal to Elmhurst train from?

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

Train or bus from Normal to Elmhurst?

The best way to get from Normal to Elmhurst is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs $17 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Normal to Elmhurst bus arrive?

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

Where does the Normal to Elmhurst train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Elmhurst is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Normal to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 403+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
3h 29m
$17–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mallbus Peoria line
3h 54m
$46–63
Drive 122.8 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Elmhurstcar 122.8 mi
2h 8m
$23–33
Bus via Canal & Madison (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
6h 49m
$36–51

Normal to Elmhurst by train and foot (Amtrak)

38Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.1 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $17–220 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mall 6 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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