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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Itasca is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Itasca is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Itasca?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Itasca. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Itasca via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Normal to Itasca?

The distance between Normal and Itasca is 139 miles. The road distance is 127.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Itasca without a car is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs $65 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Normal to Itasca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Itasca train from?

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

Train or bus from Normal to Itasca?

The best way to get from Normal to Itasca is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs $65 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Normal to Itasca train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Itasca?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Itasca is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Normal to Itasca.

Where can I stay near Itasca?

There are 391+ hotels available in Itasca.

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

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

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 Uptown Station to Woodfield MallPeoria line
3h 9m
$65–85
Drive 127 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to Itasca127 mi
2h 12m
$24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to ItascaMd-W
3h 39m
Fly, line 331 bus, train
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 Cumberland CTA Station to Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station
3. Take the train from River Grove to Itasca
4h 31m

Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 8mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.5 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Itasca via Chicago Union Station in around 3h 39m.

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