Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Bloomington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 2 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just JP¥2,403, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Bloomington
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Bloomington, IL 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start from JP¥5,070. The average price for this route is around JP¥6,351. 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Bloomington is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 184 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Bloomington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Burlington Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Bloomington?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Bloomington at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Bloomington?
A bus trip from Chicago to Bloomington generates an estimated 4.596025000000001 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
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 Chicago to Bloomington?
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 Chicago to Bloomington?
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 Chicago to Bloomington?
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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of JP¥5,285To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Bloomington, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from JP¥5,285 to JP¥13,774 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at JP¥5,285 which is on 2026-09-09.
