What is the cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Grinnell?

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Grinnell is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bloomington to Grinnell?

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Grinnell is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Grinnell?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Grinnell. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Grinnell via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Grinnell?

The distance between Bloomington and Grinnell is 342 miles. The road distance is 253.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bloomington to Grinnell without a car?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Grinnell without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $50 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Bloomington to Grinnell?

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Bloomington to Grinnell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Grinnell bus from?

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

Where does the Bloomington to Grinnell bus arrive?

Bloomington to Grinnell bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Grinnell?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Grinnell is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Bloomington to Grinnell.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bloomington to Grinnell?

Book your Bloomington to Grinnell bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Grinnell?

There are 13+ hotels available in Grinnell.

Bloomington to Grinnell - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bloomington to Grinnell by bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Grinnellbus Greyhound US0155S
8h 30m
$51–98
Drive 251.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bloomington to Grinnellcar 251.9 mi
4h 21m
$46–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Grinnellbus Greyhound US0123S
9h 8m
$88–178

Bloomington to Grinnell by bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Buses

8h 30mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 340.2 mi
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Grinnell, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bloomington-Normal to Grinnell via Des Moines in around 8h 30m.

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