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Children's Discovery Museum
Children’s museum in Uptown Normal with interactive science, art, and history exhibits geared to families and curious visitors.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$122
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$135
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jefferson City, MO to Normal, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jefferson City, MO to Normal, IL will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Jefferson City, MO to Normal, IL, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 8 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 11 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




The table below shows live departures for Jefferson City, MO to Normal, IL trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:49 AM Jefferson City, MO | 5h43 | 5:32 PM Normal, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Take a train from Jefferson City, MO to Normal, IL and enjoy the approximately 216 miles (348 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 09:16, the last at 11:59.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
First train 9:16 AM |
Last train 11:59 AM |
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Most Jefferson City, MO to Normal, IL trains use the Jefferson City Station to Uptown Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Jefferson City, MO and Normal, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Jefferson City Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Jefferson City Station.
Ticket office support is available at Jefferson City Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Jefferson City Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jefferson City Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Jefferson City, Fairfield Inn & Suites Jefferson City, Capitol Plaza Hotel.
Uptown Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Medici, The Rock Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Uptown Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Uptown Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Uptown Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Uptown Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uptown Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Place Bloomington/Normal, Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomington-Normal.
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