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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Normal is to drive which costs $280 - $420 and takes 26h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Normal is to fly and train which takes 8h 33m and costs $230 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Normal. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Bloomington via Phoenix Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Normal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tucson Amtrak Station station and arriving at Bloomington-Normal. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Tucson to Normal?

The distance between Tucson and Normal is 1375 miles. The road distance is 1587.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Normal without a car is to bus which takes 39h 55m and costs $300 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 9h 6m to get from Tucson to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Normal bus from?

Tucson to Normal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Normal train from?

Tucson to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tucson Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Normal?

The best way to get from Tucson to Normal is to fly which takes 9h 6m and costs $160 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $300 - $600 and takes 39h 55m, you could also train, which costs $550 - $1,300 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Tucson to Normal bus arrive?

Tucson to Normal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Normal?

Normal is 2h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 7:41 AM in Tucson and 9:41 AM in Normal.

Where does the Tucson to Normal train arrive?

Tucson to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bloomington-Normal station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Normal is 1588 miles. It takes approximately 26h 32m to drive from Tucson to Normal.

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

Book your Tucson to Normal train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 63+ hotels available in Normal.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Tucson to Normal by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, 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
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane TUS - BMI
9h 6m
$161–801
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TUS - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain
9h 9m
$152–680
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
4. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Bloomingtonbus
39h 55m
$305–571
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Texas Eagle
2d
$550–1,300
Drive 1,578.4 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Normalcar 1,578.4 mi
26h 32m
$289–417
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane TUS - MDW
2. Take the train from Summit Amtrak to Bloomington-Normaltrain
8h 33m
$233–1,073

Tucson to Normal by bus

7Weekly Buses

39h 55mAverage Duration

$305Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,367.5 mi
Duration: 9h 6m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Tucson (TUS) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tucson to Bloomington via Phoenix Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr in around 39h 55m.

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