How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Philadelphia start from $271. The average price for this route is around $274. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Bloomington to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloomington to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Philadelphia at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Philadelphia?

A bus trip from Bloomington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 29 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 Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Philadelphia?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloomington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bloomington to Philadelphia from $271 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bloomington to Philadelphia on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:55pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 9h	11:25pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 19h	9:30am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:55pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 19h	9:30am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:35pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 20h	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:35pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d 17h	9:30am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1178 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$271 - $382	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$274 - $542	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bloomington and Philadelphia?

Stops in Bloomington

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,427 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Philadelphia start from $271. The average price for this route is around $274. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Bloomington to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloomington to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Philadelphia at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 29 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 Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloomington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $374

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.