What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Normal?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Normal is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis to Normal?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Normal is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $35 - $95.

Is there a direct train between St. Louis and Normal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St. Louis and arriving at Bloomington-Normal. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Normal?

The distance between St. Louis and Normal is 158 miles. The road distance is 162.7 miles.

How do I travel from St. Louis to Normal without a car?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Normal without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $35 - $95.

How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Normal?

The train from St. Louis to Bloomington-Normal takes 2h 33m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Normal train from?

St. Louis to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Louis station.

Train or fly from St. Louis to Normal?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Normal is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $35 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $400 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the St. Louis to Normal train arrive?

St. Louis to Normal train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bloomington-Normal station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Normal is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from St. Louis to Normal.

How do I get a train ticket from St. Louis to Normal?

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Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

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There are 3 ways to get from St. Louis to Normal by train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
2h 33m
$35–95
Drive 161.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Normalcar 161.8 mi
2h 49m
$30–43
Fly
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane STL - BMI
6h 44m
$64–394

St. Louis to Normal by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 156.9 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between St. Louis, MO, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from St. Louis to Bloomington-Normal 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–95 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, Delta and American Airlines fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) every 4 hours.

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