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Compare 2 ways to travel from Joliet to Bloomington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 hour 4 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5788 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 PEN 53
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Joliet 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 Joliet to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Joliet to Bloomington start from PEN 53. The average price for this train route is around PEN 107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Joliet to Bloomington?
The average train journey time from Joliet to Bloomington is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 85 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Joliet to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Joliet to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Joliet to Bloomington departs at 08:12. And the latest train departs at 20:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Joliet to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Joliet to Bloomington, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 46 to PEN 820 for a train ticket from Joliet to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 46, which is on 2026-04-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Joliet to Bloomington, IL?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Joliet 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 PEN 107 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from PEN 53. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Joliet to Bloomington, IL in about 1h 4m – that's the fastest way to get there!
