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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Normal to New York. Traveling by bus from Normal to New York usually takes around 22 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 20 hours and 9 minutes.

Distance785 mi (1264 km)
Shortest duration20h 9m
Cheapest price$221.49
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
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What bus companies travel from Normal to New York?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Normal to New York. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US322h 9m$252.41
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Normal to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 22 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 785 miles from Normal to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 hours and 9 minutes. 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.

Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Normal to New York.

The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Normal to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Normal to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Normal to New York; ticket prices start at $199.00.

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.

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Normal?

Main departure station: Burlington Trailways

Most buses depart from the main station in Normal.

All bus stations in Normal:

  • Burlington Trailways

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

GW Bridge Bus Station - NYCUSOUR7-0

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Main arrival station: GW Bridge Bus Station

Buses arrive in New York at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in New York:

  • GW Bridge Bus Station

  • 7-11 - Jd Foods

  • Port Authority - 301 W 41st St

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