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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Normal to Dwight. Traveling by train from Normal to Dwight usually takes around 39 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 37 minutes.
| Distance | 50 mi (80 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 37m |
| Lowest price | £6.40 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Normal to Dwight?
2 train services operate from Normal to Dwight. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 0h 37m | £15.00 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 1 | 0h 42m | £11.74 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Normal to Dwight every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £10.
Amtrak Lincoln Service is part of Amtrak's Illinois Service, providing rail transportation throughout Illinois. The Lincoln Service travels 284 miles between St. Louis and Chicago with nine intermediate stops. Amtrak Lincoln trains offer WiFi connectivity, power outlets, business class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers have the most comfortable journey possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Normal to Dwight tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Normal at 09:00 and arrives in Dwight within the hour.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Dwight with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Dwight to Normal.
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 is the train station in Normal?
Main departure station: Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir
There is one train station in Normal.
All train stations in Normal:
Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir
Where is the train station in Dwight?
Main arrival station: 401 S. Columbia Street
Dwight has one train station.
Train stations in Dwight:
401 S. Columbia Street
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