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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to McHenry is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to McHenry is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and McHenry?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to McHenry. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Main/Front via Northwest Transportation Center, Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride and Crystal Lake Metra Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and McHenry?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to McHenry. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at McHenry via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Normal to McHenry?

The distance between Normal and McHenry is 175 miles. The road distance is 147.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to McHenry without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $20 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Normal to McHenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to McHenry bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Normal to McHenry train from?

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

Train or bus from Normal to McHenry?

The best way to get from Normal to McHenry is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $20 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Normal to McHenry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Normal to McHenry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to McHenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to McHenry is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Normal to McHenry.

Where can I stay near McHenry?

There are 85+ hotels available in McHenry.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Normal to McHenry by train (Amtrak), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to McHenryUp-Nw
4h 52m
$20–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield MallPeoria line
7h 6m
$49–66
Drive 146.9 mi
1. Drive from Normal to McHenry146.9 mi
3h 1m
$27–39
Fly, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Des Plaines to McHenry
5h 34m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to McHenryUp-Nw
8h 11m
$37–52

Normal to McHenry by train and foot

15Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to McHenry via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h.

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