What is the cheapest way to get from Normal to Saint Charles?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Normal to Saint Charles?

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

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Saint Charles?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Saint Charles. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Wheaton Metra via Oak Brook Center / Macy's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Saint Charles?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Saint Charles. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Geneva via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Normal to Saint Charles?

The distance between Normal and Saint Charles is 164 miles. The road distance is 116.9 miles.

How do I travel from Normal to Saint Charles without a car?

The best way to get from Normal to Saint Charles without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Normal to Saint Charles?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Normal to Saint Charles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Saint Charles bus from?

Normal to Saint Charles bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

Where do I catch the Normal to Saint Charles train from?

Normal to Saint Charles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Normal to Saint Charles?

The best way to get from Normal to Saint Charles is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $120 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Normal to Saint Charles bus arrive?

Normal to Saint Charles bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Oakbrook Mall station.

Where does the Normal to Saint Charles train arrive?

Normal to Saint Charles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Normal to Saint Charles?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Saint Charles is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Normal to Saint Charles.

Where can I stay near Saint Charles?

There are 148+ hotels available in Saint Charles.

Normal to Saint Charles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Normal to Saint Charles by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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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 OTC to Genevatrain Up-W
4h 17m
$52–103
Drive 116.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Normal to Saint Charlescar 116.3 mi
2h 20m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mallbus Peoria line
4h 22m
$87–118
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Genevatrain Up-W
7h 31m
$54–78

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Distance: 163 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Normal, IL, USA and Saint Charles, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Saint Charles via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, and Geneva in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mall 6 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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