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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Bloomington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Bloomington, IL?
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 £78
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Bloomington start from £78. The average price for this train route is around £116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Bloomington?
The average train journey time from Washington to Bloomington is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 645 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Washington to Bloomington departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 15:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £106To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £106 to £1,291 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £106, which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Washington, DC, US 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 £116 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £78. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL in about 1d 4h – that's the fastest way to get there!
