How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis start at CHF 15. The average price for this train route is around CHF 18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Bloomington to St. Louis?

The average train trip from Bloomington to St. Louis takes 2h 52m and covers 235 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Bloomington to St. Louis route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to St. Louis?

The earliest train from Bloomington to St. Louis departs at 9:16am. The latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Train Bloomington to St. Louis from CHF 14 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on June 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 55m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on June 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on June 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on June 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on June 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on June 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on June 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 52mAverage Duration

235 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCHF 56 - CHF 60	Average Duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCHF 15 - CHF 52	Average Duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and St. Louis?

Bloomington, IL

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,822 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5822 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 15

Amtrak Bloomington St. Louis recent customer reviews

Very good

Brigitte K.

July 29, 2024

Arrival in St Louis was 20 mins late, still able to make the FIRST PITCH

Dave C.

July 14, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis by train

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 train ticket from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis start at CHF 15. The average price for this train route is around CHF 18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The average train trip from Bloomington to St. Louis takes 2h 52m and covers 235 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Bloomington to St. Louis departs at 9:16am. The latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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CHF 14

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CHF 14

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CHF 14

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CHF 14

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CHF 14

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CHF 14

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CHF 14

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on Jun 10, 2026 with a price of CHF 14

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 St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CHF 14 to CHF 219 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 14 which is on 2026-06-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time11h 55m	Avg PriceCHF 56	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 52m	Avg PriceCHF 18	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost CHF 18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CHF 15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis in about 2h 52m —that's the fastest way to get there!