Train from Bloomington, IL to Albany, NY: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Bloomington to Albany on 13 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Uptown Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 681, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 12hAverage duration
1288 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 3 681 - R 5 731Average duration1d 12h
32kg CO₂e
Average priceR 5 011 - R 14 364Average duration1d 2h
117kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Albany, NY by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Albany?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Albany start from R 5 011. The average price for this train route is around R 5 289. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Albany?

    The average train journey time from Bloomington to Albany is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1289 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Albany route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Albany?

    The earliest train from Bloomington to Albany departs at 11:02. And the latest train departs at 17:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Albany, NY was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 739

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