Bus from Bloomington, IL to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 25
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 26
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 27
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 28
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 29
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 30
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
No tags
Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 31
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Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
No tags
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:50 AM CDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Chicago
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 260, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87558 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 548
Greyhound Bloomington Chicago recent customer reviews
Based on 12700 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 591
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 2,810
Customers express dissatisfaction with the train service, mentioning significant delays on multiple occasions. Despite this, some customers appreciate the relaxing trip experience. However, there are complaints about a lady using strong-smelling hand soap that affected their overall satisfaction.
Amtrak Bloomington Chicago recent customer reviews
Train was 4 hours late on our trip to Chicago in one hour late and our returning trip !!!
1.0 out of 5 stars
Leandra G.
Thanks for a relaxing trip! -5 points for the lady with loreál smelling hand soap!
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Chicago start from ZAR 548. The average price for this route is around ZAR 703. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Bloomington to Chicago is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 183 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloomington to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Chicago at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago generates an estimated 4.556100000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloomington to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloomington to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
05-22
ZAR 692
05-23
ZAR 692
Today
ZAR 744
05-25
ZAR 709
05-26
ZAR 623
05-27
ZAR 554
05-28
ZAR 554
05-29
ZAR 588
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on May 27, 2026 with a price of ZAR 554
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 554 to ZAR 744 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 554 which is on 2026-05-27.
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on May 27, 2026 with a price of ZAR 554
