Bus from Chicago to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 23 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 24 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 25 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 26 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 27 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 28 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 29 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 30 April
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Bloomington
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 2 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 255, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87544 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 562
Based on 12516 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 640
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 2,523
Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the excellent organization and smooth rides. Many appreciated the comfortable seats and found train travel to be a great value with easy access to destinations like Bloomington. However, there were concerns about handling disruptive passengers effectively, as some felt unsafe due to inadequate intervention from staff during incidents of harassment.
Amtrak Chicago Bloomington recent customer reviews
We are from NH-fly into midway and love the option of the train to Bloomington(son and daughter in law), great value, easy travel. Love train travel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Denise L.
Horrible. I’ve never taken an Amtrak where it doesn’t randomly stop for at least 1 hour. Last night was 2 hours.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Natalie R.
The comfortable seats, We had a problem with a few loud 'drunk' guys on our train and the conductor that came by just said that's to bad the train is full, and we had to ask them to settle down and afterwards felt unsafe, and they continued to verbally harass us and call us names the conductor never came back around! Really wish he would have asked them to settle down.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Bloomington, IL
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start from ZAR 562. The average price for this route is around ZAR 698. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Bloomington?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Bloomington is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 183 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Bloomington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Bloomington?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Bloomington at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Bloomington?
A bus journey from Chicago to Bloomington produces an estimated 4.5557 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Chicago to Bloomington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Bloomington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
21/04
ZAR 610
22/04
ZAR 1,237
Today
ZAR 627
24/04
ZAR 848
25/04
ZAR 627
26/04
ZAR 729
27/04
ZAR 627
28/04
ZAR 678
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of ZAR 610
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Bloomington, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 610 to ZAR 1,237 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 627, which is on 2026-04-25.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of ZAR 610
