What is the cheapest way to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University?

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University?

The fastest way to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Northern Illinois University?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal to Northern Illinois University. However, there are services departing from Bloomington and arriving at Dekalb via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Normal to Northern Illinois University?

The distance between Normal and Northern Illinois University is 189 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

How do I travel from Normal to Northern Illinois University without a car?

The best way to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs $21 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Northern Illinois University bus from?

Normal to Northern Illinois University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bloomington station.

Train or bus from Normal to Northern Illinois University?

The best way to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs $21 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Normal to Northern Illinois University bus arrive?

Normal to Northern Illinois University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Normal to Northern Illinois University?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Northern Illinois University is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Normal to Northern Illinois University.

How do I get a bus ticket from Normal to Northern Illinois University?

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Where can I stay near Northern Illinois University?

There are 10+ hotels available in Northern Illinois University.

Normal to Northern Illinois University - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University by train (Amtrak), bus, train, 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 Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
6h 16m
$21–68
Bus, line 715 bus, train, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Watterson Commons to Oakbrook Mallbus
2. Take the bus from Yorktown Center to Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metrabus 715
3. Take the train from Glen Ellyn to Elburntrain
4. Take the bus from Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 to W Locust St at Normal Rd -WB Stop #456bus 12
7h 41m
$52–78
Drive 114.7 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Northern Illinois Universitycar 114.7 mi
1h 55m
$21–31
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
8h 25m
$46–67

Normal to Northern Illinois University by train, foot, and bus

38Weekly Services

6h 16mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Normal to Northern Illinois University.

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Distance: 188 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Northern Illinois University, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Northern Illinois University via Chicago Union Station, Chicago OTC, Elburn, Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, and W Locust St at Normal Rd -WB Stop #456 in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloomington to Northern Illinois University via Chicago Bus Station and Dekalb in around 8h 25m.

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