How to get from Empire & Main to Illinois State University by bus?

From Empire & Main to Illinois State University by bus

To get from Empire & Main to Illinois State University in Normal, take the GN bus from Main & Empire station to Uptown Station station. Next, take the LM bus from Uptown Station station to Gregory & Grove station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The bus schedule from Empire & Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Illinois State University on the Moovit app.

27min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GNGN
Bus - LMLM
Walk to Illinois State University
Leaves from Main & Empire

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main & Empire
    ID 1012
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - GNGN
    Wait for bus
    GN
    Northbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Uptown Station
    ID 1000
    8 min
  • 4
    Bus - LMLM
    Wait for bus
    LM
    Southbound
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gregory & Grove
    ID 1135
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to Illinois State University
    Walk to
    Illinois State University
    North Grove Street
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Empire & Main to Illinois State University by bus via GN and RBX

To get from Empire & Main to Illinois State University in Normal, take the GN bus from Main & Empire station to Beaufort & University station. Next, take the RBX bus from Beaufort & University station to Cardinal Court station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The bus schedule from Empire & Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Illinois State University on the Moovit app.

31min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GNGN
Bus - RBXRBX
Walk to Illinois State University
Leaves from Main & Empire

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main & Empire
    ID 1012
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - GNGN
    Wait for bus
    GN
    Northbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Beaufort & University
    ID 1017
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beaufort & University
    ID 1002
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - RBXRBX
    Wait for bus
    RBX
    Loop
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cardinal Court
    ID 1133
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Illinois State University
    Walk to
    Illinois State University
    North Grove Street
    0.65 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Empire & Main to Illinois State University

The distance between Empire & Main, Normal and Illinois State University, Normal is approximately 3.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Empire & Main to Illinois State University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Normal – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Empire & Main to Illinois State University

To check the bus schedule from Empire & Main to Illinois State University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Empire & Main) and destination (Illinois State University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Alternative route from Empire & Main to Illinois State University by bus via GN and RBX

To get from Empire & Main to Illinois State University in Normal, take the GN bus from Main & Empire station to Beaufort & University station. Next, take the RBX bus from Beaufort & University station to Cardinal Court station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The bus schedule from Empire & Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Illinois State University on the Moovit app.

31min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GNGN
Bus - RBXRBX
Walk to Illinois State University
Leaves from Main & Empire

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main & Empire
    ID 1012
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - GNGN
    Wait for bus
    GN
    Northbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Beaufort & University
    ID 1017
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beaufort & University
    ID 1002
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - RBXRBX
    Wait for bus
    RBX
    Loop
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cardinal Court
    ID 1133
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Illinois State University
    Walk to
    Illinois State University
    North Grove Street
    0.65 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Empire & Main to Illinois State University?

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Bus line GN, Bus line LM.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Empire & Main to Illinois State University?

    The alternative route takes 31 minutes, using Bus line GN, Bus line RBX.

  • Is there a direct bus between Empire & Main and Illinois State University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Empire & Main to Illinois State University?

    The GN bus line goes from Main & Empire station near Empire & Main in Bloomington to Northbound station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Northbound station near Illinois State University in Normal.

  • How long does it take to travel from Empire & Main to Illinois State University by bus?

    The total travel time between Empire & Main in Bloomington and Illinois State University in Normal by bus is about 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Empire & Main to get to Illinois State University?

    Get on the GN bus from the Main & Empire stop near Empire & Main in Bloomington.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Empire & Main and Illinois State University?

    Get off the bus at the Northbound stop, which is closest to Illinois State University in Normal.

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