Train from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bloomington to Los Angeles on December 14
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just $235, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2d 15hAverage Duration
2672 kmDistance
243kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$320 - $584Average Duration3d 3h
67kg CO₂e
Average Price$235 - $1,961Average Duration2d 15h
243kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Los Angeles start at $235. The average price for this train route is around $376. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Bloomington to Los Angeles?

    The average train trip from Bloomington to Los Angeles takes 2d 15h and covers 2672 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Los Angeles route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Los Angeles?

    The earliest train from Bloomington to Los Angeles departs at 9:16am. The latest train departs at 4:22pm.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $378

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

You can expect to pay from $378 to $2,164 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $378 which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and Los Angeles, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $376 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $235. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US in about 2d 15h —that's the fastest way to get there!

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