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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Galena is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Galena is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Normal to Galena?

The distance between Normal and Galena is 301 miles. The road distance is 183.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Galena without a car is to bus which takes 7h 22m and costs $120 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Normal to Galena, including transfers.

Can I drive from Normal to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Galena is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Normal to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 101+ hotels available in Galena.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Normal to Galena by bus, car, train, or plane

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 BurlingtonIndianapolis
2. Take the bus from Burlington to Dubuque Intermodal Transportation CenterBurlington
7h 22m
$127–211
Drive 182.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to Galena182.8 mi
3h 58m
$34–49
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)ORD - DBQ
5h 44m
$217–555
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IA122
11h
$120–435

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) flights

7Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Normal to Galena.

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Distance: 299.3 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Bloomington/Normal to Galena via Burlington and Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center in around 7h 22m.

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