Bus Tickets from Bloomington (IL) to Chicago

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TodayJun 15
from US$51
TomorrowJun 16
from US$41
TueJun 17
from US$39
WedJun 18
from US$36
ThuJun 19
from US$39
FriJun 20
from US$36
SatJun 21
from US$36
SunJun 22
from US$39

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Bloomington
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Bloomington
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Chicago

Average PriceUS$30 - US$163Average Duration7h 15m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$15 - US$242Average Duration2h 25m
17kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Bloomington to Chicago

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 US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4.977272727272726train per day
2h 25mAverage Duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bloomington to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$53
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 15m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure9:30am
Distance189 km
Latest bus departure2:35pm

Bloomington to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bloomington (IL) - Chicago

  1. How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Chicago?

    The typical travel time from Bloomington to Chicago by bus is around 7h 15m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 5h 35m.

  2. How far is Bloomington from Chicago?

    It's about 190 km (118 miles) from Bloomington to Chicago.

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

    Buses departing from Uptown Station in Bloomington will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

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

    You can expect to pay around US$53 for the bus ride from Bloomington to Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-13
US$40
06-14
US$38
Today
US$43
06-16
US$33
06-17
US$31
06-18
US$28
06-19
US$31
06-20
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of US$28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloomington to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$155 for a bus ticket from Bloomington to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28 which is on 2025-06-18.

Usually Burlington Trailways will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bloomington and Chicago!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bloomington to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Bloomington by bus?

Bus from Bloomington to Chicago

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Bloomington to Chicago

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