Train from Bloomington, IL to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to New York City on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:05 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
1265 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$178 - $645Average Duration1d 2h
32kg CO₂e
Average Price$185 - $3,139Average Duration1d 7h
115kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to New York City 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 New York City?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to New York City start at $185. The average price for this train route is around $494. 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 New York City?

    The average train trip from Bloomington to New York City takes 1d 7h and covers 1264 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bloomington to New York City route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to New York City?

    The earliest train from Bloomington to New York City departs at 11:02am. The latest train departs at 5:35pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-08
$291
12-09
$243
Today
$361
12-11
No data
12-12
$997
12-13
$160
12-14
$369
12-15
$274
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to New York City was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $160

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $160 to $3,194 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-13.

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