Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Bloomington to Philadelphia on 16 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 2h	14:59	30th Street Station
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 4h	16:28	30th Street Station
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 5h	17:56	30th Street Station
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 4h	16:28	30th Street Station
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 5h	17:56	30th Street Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 23 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just €97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

23h 15mAverage duration

1168 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€97 - €227	Average duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€235 - €1,199	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,572 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6572 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 €235

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Philadelphia, PA, US 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 Bloomington to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Philadelphia start from €235. The average price for this train route is around €279. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Bloomington to Philadelphia is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1173 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Bloomington to Philadelphia departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 11:08.