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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Normal and Pomona. The average train journey from Normal to Pomona takes 62 hours and 3 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 1635 mi (2631 km) |
Fastest train | 62h 3m |
Lowest price | $213.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Normal to Pomona?
2 train services operate from Normal to Pomona. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 2d 14h 3m | $323.00 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 2d 14h 3m | $213.00 |
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 Pomona every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $323.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Normal to Pomona start from $213, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Pomona. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Normal leaves from Uptown Station - 11 Uptown Cir . And in Pomona trains arrive at 100 W Commercial St .
From Normal to Pomona train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 62 hours and 3 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Normal and Pomona is approximately 1635 miles, or 2631 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 62 hours and 3 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Normal to Pomona tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Normal at 4:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Normal twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Pomona faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Pomona 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 Pomona?
Main arrival station: 100 W Commercial St
Pomona has one train station.
All train stations in Pomona:
100 W Commercial St
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