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

The cheapest train tickets from Joliet to Bloomington start from SEK 141. The average price for this train route is around SEK 284. 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.

Train Joliet to Bloomington from SEK 123 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 18 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:10	Union Station	1h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	18:10	Union Station	1h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	20:00	Union Station	1h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	20:00	Union Station	1h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 19 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Union Station	1h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Union Station	1h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 20 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:00	Union Station	1h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Union Station	1h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 21 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Union Station	1h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 22 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Union Station	1h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 23 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Union Station	1h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 24 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:00	Union Station	1h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	08:12	Union Station	1h 1m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:40	Union Station	1h 16m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Union Station	1h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Joliet 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 hour 4 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 479, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 4mAverage duration

85 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceSEK 479 - SEK 479	Average duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceSEK 141 - SEK 2,627	Average duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

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 SEK 141

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 SEK 141. The average price for this train route is around SEK 284. 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.

Best price found

16/04

SEK 179

17/04

SEK 264

Today

SEK 329

19/04

SEK 395

20/04

SEK 179

21/04

SEK 179

22/04

SEK 179

23/04

SEK 179

The cheapest trip from Joliet to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 16 Apr 2026 with a price of SEK 179

To 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 SEK 179 to SEK 2,180 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 SEK 179, which is on 2026-04-20.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 4m	Avg priceSEK 479	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 16m	Avg priceSEK 284	Daily departures4

The 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 SEK 284 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from SEK 141. 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!