How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Bloomington start from £289. The average price for this train route is around £289. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Bloomington?

The average train journey time from Boston to Bloomington is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 929 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Bloomington?

The earliest train from Boston to Bloomington departs at 09:36. And the latest train departs at 09:36.

Train Boston to Bloomington from £242 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Boston to Bloomington on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:50	South Station	1d 4h	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	12:50	South Station	1d 9h	21:16	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	1d 9h	21:16	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	12:57	Back Bay Station	1d 4h	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Boston Route 128, MA	1d 7h	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Bloomington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 13hAverage duration

934 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£127 - £138	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£289 - £335	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Bloomington, IL?

Boston, MA, US

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Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Bloomington, IL

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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

Based on 5638 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 £289

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Bloomington, IL by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Bloomington start from £289. The average price for this train route is around £289. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Bloomington?
The average train journey time from Boston to Bloomington is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 929 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Boston to Bloomington departs at 09:36. And the latest train departs at 09:36.

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The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £242

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