How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start at $22. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Chicago to Bloomington?

The average train trip from Chicago to Bloomington takes 2h 6m and covers 190 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Bloomington 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 Chicago to Bloomington?

The earliest train from Chicago to Bloomington departs at 7:15am. The latest train departs at 7:10pm.

Train Chicago to Bloomington from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	9:16pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

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 $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 6mAverage Duration

190 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $211	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $256	Average Duration2h 6m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Bloomington, IL?

Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the excellent organization and smooth rides. Many appreciated the comfortable seats and found train travel to be a great value with easy access to destinations like Bloomington. However, there were concerns about handling disruptive passengers effectively, as some felt unsafe due to inadequate intervention from staff during incidents of harassment.

Amtrak Chicago Bloomington recent customer reviews

We are from NH-fly into midway and love the option of the train to Bloomington(son and daughter in law), great value, easy travel. Love train travel

Denise L.

November 12, 2024

Horrible. I’ve never taken an Amtrak where it doesn’t randomly stop for at least 1 hour. Last night was 2 hours.

Natalie R.

March 1, 2024

The comfortable seats, We had a problem with a few loud 'drunk' guys on our train and the conductor that came by just said that's to bad the train is full, and we had to ask them to settle down and afterwards felt unsafe, and they continued to verbally harass us and call us names the conductor never came back around! Really wish he would have asked them to settle down.

Sarah D.

September 10, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Bloomington, IL 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start at $22. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Chicago to Bloomington?
The average train trip from Chicago to Bloomington takes 2h 6m and covers 190 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Bloomington 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Chicago to Bloomington departs at 7:15am. The latest train departs at 7:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$27

12-10

$27

Today

$27

12-12

$40

12-13

$40

12-14

$68

12-15

$27

12-16

$27

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $475 for a train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Bloomington, IL?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time8h 40m	Avg Price$66	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 6m	Avg Price$30	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Chicago and Bloomington, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $30 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $22. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Bloomington, IL in about 2h 6m —that's the fastest way to get there!