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-Normal and arriving at Lafayette Bus Stop via Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

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 236 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 bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m 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-Normal 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 bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Normal to West Lafayette bus arrive?

Normal to West Lafayette bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Normal and West Lafayette?

West Lafayette is 1h ahead of Normal. It is currently 8:12 AM in Normal and 9:12 AM 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?

Book your Normal to West Lafayette train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Normal to West Lafayette bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near West Lafayette?

There are 47+ hotels available in West Lafayette.

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

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

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 Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Lafayette Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
5h 39m
$37–68
Drive 115.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to West Lafayettecar 115.3 mi
2h 52m
$21–31
Train (Amtrak)
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
$64–149
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Watterson Commons to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus Peoria line
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle Laffayette
7h 48m
$101–116

Normal to West Lafayette by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Normal to West Lafayette.

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Distance: 235.1 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Bloomington-Normal to Lafayette Bus Stop via Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) and Indianapolis in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 20m.

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