Train from Joliet to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 13 December
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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 £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 4mAverage duration
85 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£39 - £39Average duration1h 4m
3kg CO₂e
Average price£12 - £215Average duration1h 16m
12kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Joliet to Bloomington start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. 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.

  3. Which train operators serve the Joliet to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. 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.

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£22
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£22
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£37
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£10
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Joliet to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

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 £10 to £102 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 £10, which is on 2025-12-15.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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 £20 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £12. 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!

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