Bus Tickets from Austin, TX to Bloomington, IL

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Bloomington

Bus
Average PriceUS$311 - US$312Average Duration2d 4h
35kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$219 - US$278Average Duration1d 8h
126kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Austin to Bloomington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1d 8hAverage Duration
US$219Cheapest ticket
126kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Austin to Bloomington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$311
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 4h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:20am
Distance1386 km
Latest bus departure8:40am

Austin to Bloomington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin - Bloomington

  1. How long is the bus trip from Austin to Bloomington?

    The trip from Austin to Bloomington will take on average 2d 4h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2d 4h.

  2. How far is Austin from Bloomington?

    The distance covered from Austin to Bloomington is 1386 km (859 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Austin to Bloomington?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Austin, and end it at Uptown Station, in Bloomington.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Austin to Bloomington?

    The bus fare from Austin to Bloomington is approximately US$311.

  5. Can I take an overnight bus from Austin to Bloomington?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Austin until 8:40am and reaching Bloomington on the following day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Austin to Bloomington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Austin to Bloomington.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Austin by bus?

Bus from Austin to Bloomington

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Train from Austin to Bloomington

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