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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Normal is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Normal is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Normal. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Watterson Commons via California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place, 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Line and Oakbrook Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Normal?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Normal. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Normal?

The distance between Waukegan and Normal is 161 miles. The road distance is 161.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Normal without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $20 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Waukegan to Normal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Normal bus from?

Waukegan to Normal bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Normal train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Normal?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Normal is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $20 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $200 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Waukegan to Normal bus arrive?

Waukegan to Normal bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Chicago station.

Where does the Waukegan to Normal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Normal is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Waukegan to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Waukegan to Normal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Waukegan to Normal by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-NormalLincoln Service / ...
4h 23m
$21–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson CommonsPeoria line
5h 36m
$88–193
Drive 160.7 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Normal160.7 mi
2h 50m
$30–43
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)ORD - BMI
5h 25m
$37–272
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to BloomingtonGreyhound US0145S
7h 25m
$37–60

Waukegan to Normal by train and foot

38Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.1 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Waukegan to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Watterson Commons via Tornado Bus Co - Chicago, California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Cicero & 24th Place, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Line, and Oakbrook Mall in around 5h 36m.

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