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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Normal is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Normal is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Palatine and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Palatine to Normal. However, there are services departing from Rand/Evergreen and arriving at Watterson Commons via Woodfield Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Palatine and Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Palatine to Normal. However, there are services departing from Palatine and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Palatine to Normal?

The distance between Palatine and Normal is 152 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Normal without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs $20 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Palatine to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Normal bus from?

Palatine to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Woodfield Mall station.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Normal train from?

Palatine to Normal train services, operated by Metra, depart from Palatine station.

Train or bus from Palatine to Normal?

The best way to get from Palatine to Normal is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs $20 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Palatine to Normal bus arrive?

Palatine to Normal bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Watterson Commons station.

Where does the Palatine to Normal train arrive?

Palatine to Normal train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Palatine to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Normal is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Palatine to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Palatine to Normal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Palatine to Normal by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, plane, or taxi

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 Palatine to Chicago OTCUp-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
4h 1m
$20–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Woodfield Mall to Watterson CommonsPeoria line
4h 34m
$47–63
Drive 135.6 mi
1. Drive from Palatine to Normal135.6 mi
2h 21m
$25–36
Train, fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Park
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)ORD - BMI
4h 19m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCUp-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
7h 3m
$41–64
Train, fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Park
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
3. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Normal
4h 16m

Palatine to Normal by train and foot

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4h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.7 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Palatine, IL, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Palatine to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Woodfield Mall to Watterson Commons 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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