What is the cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights?

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Chicago Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Chicago Heights. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Chicago Heights?

No, there is no direct train from Bloomington to Chicago Heights. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Oak Forest via Joliet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Chicago Heights?

The distance between Bloomington and Chicago Heights is 121 miles. The road distance is 115.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bloomington to Chicago Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Chicago Heights bus from?

Bloomington to Chicago Heights bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Chicago Heights train from?

Bloomington to Chicago Heights train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Bloomington to Chicago Heights?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 352 bus, which costs $29 - $55 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Bloomington to Chicago Heights bus arrive?

Bloomington to Chicago Heights bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where does the Bloomington to Chicago Heights train arrive?

Bloomington to Chicago Heights train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Joliet Gateway Center station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Chicago Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Chicago Heights is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Bloomington to Chicago Heights.

Where can I stay near Chicago Heights?

There are 101+ hotels available in Chicago Heights.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bloomington to Chicago Heights by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Joliet Gateway Centertrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Joliet to Oak Foresttrain Ri
3h 34m
$34–67
Drive 114.6 mi
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1. Drive from Bloomington to Chicago Heightscar 114.6 mi
2h 9m
$21–31
Bus, line 352 bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwybus 352
5h 28m
$30–54

Bloomington to Chicago Heights by train and bus

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Chicago Heights, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy via Joliet Gateway Center, Joliet, Oak Forest, 159th St & Cicero Ave, and Pace Harvey TC Bay B in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloomington-Normal to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Chicago, and 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J in around 5h 28m.

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