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Waterloo - Normal Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Waterloo to Normal. Traveling by bus from Waterloo to Normal usually takes around 43 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance221 mi (355 km)
Shortest duration43h 50m
Cheapest price$87.00
Most frequent serviceBurlington Trailways
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Waterloo to Normal?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Waterloo to Normal. Burlington Trailways 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.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Burlington Trailways11d 19h 50m$87.00
  • As part of the Trailways network, Burlington Trailways offers intercity bus service across various states in the Midwest, plus stops in major cities like Chicago and Denver. Passengers love traveling on Trailways buses because of the high-end amenities onboard, including satellite TV, power outlets at every seat, and clean restrooms. Burlington Trailways is also known for the best free Wi-Fi and its helpful, friendly crew.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 43 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 221 miles from Waterloo 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

There is usually only one bus per day from Waterloo to Normal. It leaves the station in Waterloo 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 Waterloo to Normal. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

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 Waterloo?

Main departure station: Trailways Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Waterloo.

All bus stations in Waterloo:

  • Trailways Station

Where does the bus arrive in Normal?

Main arrival station: Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir

All buses from Waterloo arrive at one main station in Normal.

All bus stations in Normal:

  • Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir

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