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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Normal to Hannibal. Traveling by bus from Normal to Hannibal usually takes around 5 hours and 15 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 137 mi (220 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $75.00 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Normal to Hannibal?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Normal to Hannibal. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 1 | 5h 15m | $84.56 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Normal to Hannibal from $75. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Normal to Hannibal and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Hannibal. In Normal, Burlington Trailways departs to Hannibal from Bloomington . In Hannibal, Burlington Trailways arrives at 4811 McMasters Avenue .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Normal to Hannibal takes 5 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Hannibal.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 137 miles from Normal to Hannibal. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Hannibal. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Hannibal, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Normal to Hannibal. It leaves the station in Normal at 9:00am 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 bus leave from in Normal?
Main departure station: Bloomington
Most buses depart from the main station in Normal.
All bus stations in Normal:
Bloomington
Where does the bus arrive in Hannibal?
Main arrival station: 4811 McMasters Avenue
All buses from Normal arrive at one main station in Hannibal.
All bus stations in Hannibal:
4811 McMasters Avenue
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