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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Bloomington to Normal. Traveling by coach from Bloomington to Normal usually takes around 18 hours and 5 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 370 mi (596 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 5m |
| Cheapest price | €85.76 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Bloomington to Normal?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bloomington to Normal. Jefferson Lines 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.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 18h 5m | €89.72 |
Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity bus company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest bus service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, restrooms, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their bus tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Bloomington to Normal with ticket prices as low as €86.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 18 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 370 miles from Bloomington to Normal. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Bloomington to Normal for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one coach per day from Bloomington to Normal. It leaves the station in Bloomington at 17:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 coach leave from in Bloomington?
Main departure station: Mall of America - 60 E Broadway
Most coaches depart from the main station in Bloomington.
All coach stations in Bloomington:
Mall of America - 60 E Broadway
Where does the coach arrive in Normal?
Main arrival station: Burlington Trailways
All coaches from Bloomington arrive at one main station in Normal.
Coach stations in Normal:
Burlington Trailways
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