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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Omaha is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Omaha is to train and fly which takes 6h 33m and costs $75 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Omaha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bloomington/Normal and arriving at Omaha. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from Normal to Omaha?

The distance between Normal and Omaha is 426 miles. The road distance is 431.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Omaha without a car is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $75 - $150.

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

The bus from Bloomington/Normal to Omaha takes 10h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Normal to Omaha bus from?

Normal to Omaha bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Bloomington/Normal station.

Bus or fly from Normal to Omaha?

The best way to get from Normal to Omaha is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $55 - $350 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Normal to Omaha bus arrive?

Normal to Omaha bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Omaha station.

Can I drive from Normal to Omaha?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Omaha is 432 miles. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Normal to Omaha.

Where can I stay near Omaha?

There are 289+ hotels available in Omaha.

Normal to Omaha - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Normal to Omaha by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to OmahaIndianapolis
10h 35m
$75–150
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
cheapest
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Omaha (OMA)BMI - OMA
6h 37m
$58–343
Drive 429.2 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Omaha429.2 mi
7h 15m
$79–114
Bus to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Omaha (OMA)CMI - OMA
8h 4m
$99–412
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Peoria
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Omaha (OMA)PIA - OMA
7h 44m
$87–387
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)ORD - OMA
7h 10m
$67–359
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Summit Amtrak
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)MDW - OMA
6h 33m
$75–406
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to St. Louis
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Omaha (OMA)STL - OMA
7h 6m
$97–501

Normal to Omaha by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 35mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 423.5 mi
Duration: 10h 35m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Omaha, NE, USA?

Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Bloomington/Normal to Omaha once daily. Tickets cost $75–150 and the journey takes 10h 35m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Delta fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Omaha (OMA) 5 times a day.

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