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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Normal is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Normal is to fly and train which takes 5h 46m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Normal. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Bloomington via Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Normal. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 41m.

How far is it from Rochester to Normal?

The distance between Rochester and Normal is 622 miles. The road distance is 706.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Normal without a car is to train which takes 14h 41m and costs $130 - $270.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Normal bus from?

Rochester to Normal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Normal train from?

Rochester to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Rochester station.

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Normal?

The best way to get from Rochester to Normal is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $100 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $270 and takes 14h 41m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $210 and takes 20h 20m.

Where does the Rochester to Normal bus arrive?

Rochester to Normal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Normal?

Normal is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 12:33 AM in Rochester and 11:33 PM in Normal.

Where does the Rochester to Normal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Normal is 707 miles. It takes approximately 11h 53m to drive from Rochester to Normal.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester to Normal?

Book your Rochester to Normal train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rochester to Normal?

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

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Rochester to Normal - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Normal by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, 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.

Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
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1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)ROC - BMI
6h 20m
$103–481
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
14h 41m
$133–267
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomington
20h 20m
$105–206
Drive 702.8 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Normal702.8 mi
11h 53m
$129–186
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)ROC - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Bloomington/Normal
7h 14m
$126–536
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ROC - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
6h 6m
$166–550
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ROC - MDW
2. Take the train from Summit Amtrak to Bloomington-Normal
5h 46m
$122–573

Rochester to Normal by train (Amtrak)

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14h 41mAverage Duration

$133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 617.9 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Rochester (ROC) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rochester to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station in around 14h 41m.

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