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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Sterling is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Sterling is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Sterling?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Sterling. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Dixon Reagan Transit Center via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Sterling?

The distance between Bloomington and Sterling is 249 miles. The road distance is 115.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Sterling without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 43m and costs $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Bloomington to Sterling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Sterling bus from?

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

Where does the Bloomington to Sterling bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bloomington to Sterling?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Sterling is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Bloomington to Sterling.

Where can I stay near Sterling?

There are 10+ hotels available in Sterling.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dixon Reagan Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0155S
6h 43m
$104–180
Drive 115.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bloomington to Sterlingcar 115.3 mi
2h 20m
$21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dixon Reagan Transit Centerbus
8h 40m
$119–175

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Distance: 247.7 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Sterling, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Bloomington-Normal to Sterling via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Chicago Bus Station, and Dixon Reagan Transit Center in around 8h 40m.

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