What is the cheapest way to get from Normal to West Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Normal to West Lafayette is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Normal to West Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Normal to West Lafayette is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and West Lafayette?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal to West Lafayette. However, there are services departing from Bloomington and arriving at Lafayette Bus Stop via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and West Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to West Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Normal to West Lafayette?

The distance between Normal and West Lafayette is 246 miles. The road distance is 115.9 miles.

How do I travel from Normal to West Lafayette without a car?

The best way to get from Normal to West Lafayette without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $40 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Normal to West Lafayette?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Normal to West Lafayette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to West Lafayette bus from?

Normal to West Lafayette bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bloomington station.

Where do I catch the Normal to West Lafayette train from?

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

Train or bus from Normal to West Lafayette?

The best way to get from Normal to West Lafayette is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $40 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus via Champaign, which costs $65 - $150 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Normal to West Lafayette bus arrive?

Normal to West Lafayette bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

What is the time difference between Normal and West Lafayette?

West Lafayette is 1h ahead of Normal. It is currently 1:57 PM in Normal and 2:57 PM in West Lafayette.

Where does the Normal to West Lafayette train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to West Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to West Lafayette is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Normal to West Lafayette.

How do I get a train ticket from Normal to West Lafayette?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Normal to West Lafayette?

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Where can I stay near West Lafayette?

There are 45+ hotels available in West Lafayette.

Normal to West Lafayette - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Normal to West Lafayette by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
6h 20m
$44–121
Drive 115.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to West Lafayettecar 115.3 mi
2h 52m
$21–31
Bus via Champaign
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Lafayette Bus Stopbus
7h 30m
$69–143
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Train Station to Lafayette Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0100
9h 2m
$55–107

Normal to West Lafayette by train (Amtrak)

3Weekly Trains

6h 20mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.3 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and West Lafayette, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloomington to Lafayette Bus Stop via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and Chicago in around 7h 30m.

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