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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Normal to Mount Vernon. Traveling by bus from Normal to Mount Vernon usually takes around 26 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 152 mi (244 km) |
| Shortest duration | 26h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $46.43 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Normal to Mount Vernon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Normal to Mount Vernon. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 1d 2h 0m | $46.43 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Normal to Mount Vernon every day, with the average journey taking around 26 hours and 0 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Mount Vernon usually start from $46.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 26 hours to cover the 244 kilometers from Normal to Mount Vernon. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Normal to Mount Vernon. It leaves the station in Normal at 1:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Normal to Mount Vernon. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Normal to Mount Vernon; ticket prices start at $75.11.
City Information
Normal
Normal is a town in North Bloomington, adjacent to Bloomington. The town got its unique name in 1865 from the Illinois State Normal University, a normal school that is a teacher-training institution. Normal features the Children's Discovery Museum, Illinois State University Planetarium and Carden Park for children, and the David Davis Mansion and McLean County Museum of History for history buffs. If you're interested in exploring the outdoors, you can take a walk on the Hidden Creek Nature Sanctuary or Constitution Trail or play on the Ironwood Golf Course. Sports lovers can also check out the Redbird Arena, where basketball games are held.
Normal features a vibrant entertainment scene with different breweries and beer halls. You can participate in the Illinois Shakespeare Festival or watch shows at the Normal Theater. Normal also has a vineyard and wine bars, with most activities available in Uptown Normal, the micro-urban city center. The Uptown area has different entertainment venues, dining, and retail establishments.
You can visit Normal, Illinois, by train or bus. The city is accessible from many other cities by train, including Amtrak, Amtrak Texas Eagle, and Amtrak Lincoln Service. As for the bus lines, you can access the city from over 80 other cities onboard buses from Jefferson Lines, Amtrak Thruway, and Burlington Trailways.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Normal?
Main departure station: Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir
Most buses depart from the main station in Normal.
All bus stations in Normal:
Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir
Where does the bus arrive in Mount Vernon?
Main arrival station: 102 Potomac Blvd
All buses from Normal arrive at one main station in Mount Vernon.
Bus stations in Mount Vernon:
102 Potomac Blvd
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