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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 16 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: Downtown Greyhound StationArrival time: June 16 atDestination city: BloomingtonDestination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 16 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: ChicagoArrival time: June 16 atDestination city: BloomingtonDestination location: BloomingtonOperated by: Burlington Trailways
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 16 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: ChicagoArrival time: June 16 atDestination city: BloomingtonDestination location: BloomingtonOperated by: Burlington TrailwaysVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to BloomingtonAmong 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 US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Chicago to Bloomington Bus
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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Bloomington, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Bloomington (IL)
How long is the bus trip from Chicago to Bloomington?
The trip from Chicago to Bloomington will take on average 8h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 5h 15m.
How far is Chicago from Bloomington?
The distance between Chicago and Bloomington is around 190 km (118 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Bloomington?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Uptown Station, in Bloomington.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Chicago to Bloomington?
Taking the bus from Chicago to Bloomington costs on average US$56.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of US$28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Bloomington, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$142 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28 which is on 2025-06-20.
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.
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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Bloomington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
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