Trains tickets from New York City to Bloomington, IL

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Today14 Jul
Tomorrow15 Jul
from US$221
Wed16 Jul
Thu17 Jul
from US$276
Fri18 Jul
Sat19 Jul
from US$1,260
Sun20 Jul
from US$282
Mon21 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Uptown Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Uptown Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Uptown Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Uptown Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Uptown Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Bloomington

Bus
Average priceUS$165 - US$288Average duration1d 7h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$127 - US$1,320Average duration1d 6h
115kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Bloomington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours and with fares starting at just US$165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 7hAverage duration
US$165Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Train New York City to Bloomington, IL: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$342
Average train trip duration1d 6h
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure06:40
Distance784 miles
Latest train departure15:40

New York City to Bloomington Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Bloomington, IL

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from New York City to Bloomington cost?

    The average train ticket price from New York City to Bloomington is US$342. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York City to Bloomington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from New York City to Bloomington?

    A train trip between New York City and Bloomington is around 1d 6h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 785 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between New York City and Bloomington?

    The number of trains from New York City to Bloomington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York City to Bloomington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from New York City to Bloomington?

    When taking the train from New York City to Bloomington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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15/07
US$212
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US$265
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US$1,216
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Bloomington was searched and found on 15 Jul 2025 with a price of US$212

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

You can expect to pay from US$212 to US$1,416 for a train ticket from New York City to Bloomington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$212, which is on 2025-07-15.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bloomington you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between New York City and Bloomington compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from Bloomington, IL to New York City

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