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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Omaha to Normal is to fly and train which takes 6h 27m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Omaha and Normal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Omaha and arriving at Bloomington/Normal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Omaha to Normal?

The distance between Omaha and Normal is 426 miles. The road distance is 430 miles.

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

The best way to get from Omaha to Normal without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $75 - $150.

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

The bus from Omaha to Bloomington/Normal takes 8h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Omaha to Normal bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Omaha to Normal?

The best way to get from Omaha to Normal is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $600 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Omaha to Normal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Omaha to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Omaha to Normal is 430 miles. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Omaha to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 45+ hotels available in Normal.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Omaha to Normal 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 Omaha to Bloomington/NormalDenver
8h 30m
$75–150
Drive 427.5 mi
1. Drive from Omaha to Normal427.5 mi
7h 15m
$78–113
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)OMA - BMI
6h 56m
$102–602
Fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, bus
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)OMA - CMI
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Bloomington
7h 14m
$136–674
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)OMA - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Bloomington/Normal
7h 50m
$125–647
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)OMA - MDW
2. Take the train from Summit Amtrak to Bloomington-Normal
6h 27m
$122–659
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)OMA - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
6h 57m
$96–716
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)OMA - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Bloomington-Normal
6h 49m
$155–914

Omaha to Normal by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 30mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 423.5 mi
Duration: 8h 30m

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

Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Omaha to Bloomington/Normal once daily. Tickets cost $75–150 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Omaha (OMA) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) every 4 hours.

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