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 59m.

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 59m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Galena?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Galena. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Dubuque via Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from Normal to Galena?

The distance between Normal and Galena is 394 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 train and bus which takes 10h 40m and costs $130 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 10h 40m to get from Normal to Galena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Galena bus from?

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

Where does the Normal to Galena bus arrive?

Normal to Galena bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at O'Hare International Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Normal to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Galena is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Normal to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 117+ hotels available in Galena.

Normal to Galena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Normal to Galena by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
10h 40m
$139–225
Drive 182.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to Galenacar 182.8 mi
3h 59m
$34–49
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus
10h 42m
$147–234
Bus via Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
11h 35m
$153–218
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
14h 24m
$140–197

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Distance: 391.7 mi
Duration: 10h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Uptown Station to Galena via O'Hare International Terminal 2, O'Hare, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, Madison, and Dubuque in around 11h 35m.

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