What is the cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa?

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa?

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Lake Villa?

No, there is no direct train from Bloomington to Lake Villa. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Lake Villa via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Lake Villa?

The distance between Bloomington and Lake Villa is 173 miles. The road distance is 163.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bloomington to Lake Villa without a car?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs $45 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Lake Villa train from?

Bloomington to Lake Villa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Where does the Bloomington to Lake Villa train arrive?

Bloomington to Lake Villa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Lake Villa?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Lake Villa is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Bloomington to Lake Villa.

Where can I stay near Lake Villa?

There are 171+ hotels available in Lake Villa.

Bloomington to Lake Villa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Bloomington to Lake Villa by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lake Villatrain Ncs
4h 47m
$45–89
Drive 162.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bloomington to Lake Villacar 162.3 mi
3h 1m
$30–43
Bus, train via Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus Peoria line
2. Take the train from O'Hare Transfer to Lake Villatrain Ncs
5h 52m
$53–75
Fly, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from O'Hare Transfer to Lake Villatrain
5h 1m
$36–283
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lake Villatrain Ncs
8h 12m
$38–68

Bloomington to Lake Villa by train

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Lake Villa, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Lake Villa via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 47m.

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