Chicago, IL to Normal, IL bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Cheapest

$45

Average

$45

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

11:45AM5h00

Chicago, IL

04:45PMNormal, IL

$451One-way

0 transfers

Chicago, IL to Normal, IL bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 11

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
FlixBus	11:45AM Chicago, IL	5h00	04:45PM Normal, IL	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Fastest Journey

5 h

Average

5 h

Buses per day

Distance

186 km

Of the 1 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Normal, IL every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

11:45AM5h00

Chicago, IL

04:45PMNormal, IL

$451One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL

Buses from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€23) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by train.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $14 (€12)

Distance

115 miles (186 km)

Average bus duration

5h 31m

Cheapest ticket price

$26 (€23)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

5h 0m

First bus

04:35

Last bus

22:20

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $14 (€12)

FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL

FAQs: Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL.

Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL can start from as little as $26 (€23) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chicago, IL to Normal, IL is $42 (€38); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between Chicago, IL and Normal, IL is on average 5 h for the 115 mile (186 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Normal, IL from Chicago, IL by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL leaves at 4: 35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL leaves at 10: 20 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL without having to change trains with Greyhound. There is 1 direct bus from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a bus from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL, you can count on Greyhound for the best way to get you to Normal, IL. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service to Normal, IL from Chicago, IL and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

The cheapest month to travel from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL by bus is October.

You have options as you can travel from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Popular bus stations from Chicago, IL to Normal, IL

Chicago

Normal

The major bus station for departures in Chicago is Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station for your trip from Chicago to Normal.

Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station