What is the cheapest way to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn?

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn?

The fastest way to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Glen Ellyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Glen Ellyn. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Pennsylvania/Main via Oak Brook Center / Macy's and Yorktown Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Glen Ellyn?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Glen Ellyn. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Glen Ellyn via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Normal to Glen Ellyn?

The distance between Normal and Glen Ellyn is 148 miles. The road distance is 118.4 miles.

How do I travel from Normal to Glen Ellyn without a car?

The best way to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Glen Ellyn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Normal to Glen Ellyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Normal to Glen Ellyn?

The best way to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Normal to Glen Ellyn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Normal to Glen Ellyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Glen Ellyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Glen Ellyn is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Normal to Glen Ellyn.

Where can I stay near Glen Ellyn?

There are 410+ hotels available in Glen Ellyn.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Glen EllynUp-W
3h 42m
Drive 117.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to Glen Ellyn117.7 mi
2h 7m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook MallPeoria line
4h 26m
$47–64
Bus via Chicago (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0145S
7h 2m
$36–56

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Normal to Glen Ellyn.

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Distance: 146.7 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Glen Ellyn, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Glen Ellyn via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 3h 42m. 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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