Find coaches from Elgin, IL, US to Bloomington, IL

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Next departures from Elgin to Bloomington on 1 November
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Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Shell Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)CheapestFastest

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Get from Elgin to Bloomington

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The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 50mAverage duration
185 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Elgin, IL, US to Bloomington, IL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$36
Average bus trip duration3h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:35
Distance184 km

Elgin to Bloomington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Elgin, IL, US - Bloomington, IL

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Elgin to Bloomington cost?

    The bus ticket price from Elgin to Bloomington starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Elgin 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 bus ride from Elgin to Bloomington?

    The average travel time between Elgin and Bloomington is around 3h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 188 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Elgin and Bloomington?

    The number of buses from Elgin to Bloomington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Elgin to Bloomington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Elgin to Bloomington?

    When taking the bus from Elgin to Bloomington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

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

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30/10
US$26
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US$31
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US$29
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Elgin, IL, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Elgin, IL, US to Bloomington, IL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$31 for a bus ticket from Elgin, IL, US to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-11-01.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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