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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Uptown Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Uptown Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Uptown Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Bloomington
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.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Bloomington, IL?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Train companies
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.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Bloomington, IL by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington cost?
The average train ticket price from Chicago to Bloomington is $27. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Chicago to Bloomington?
A train trip between Chicago and Bloomington is around 2h 6m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 190 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Chicago and Bloomington?
The number of trains from Chicago to Bloomington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Bloomington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Chicago to Bloomington?
When taking the train from Chicago to Bloomington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $28To 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 $28 to $637 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 $28 which is on 2025-11-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Bloomington, IL?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 $27 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!
