Train from Bloomington, IL to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Bloomington to Detroit on 12 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Detroit

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 12 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 006, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
12h 2mAverage duration
535 kmDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 989 - R 2 718Average duration15h 50m
13kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 006 - R 7 521Average duration12h 2m
49kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Detroit, MI 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 Detroit?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Detroit start from R 1 006. The average price for this train route is around R 1 668. 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 Detroit?

    The average train journey time from Bloomington to Detroit is 12h 2m, covering a distance of 535 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Bloomington to Detroit departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 13:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 1 436
11/12
R 1 989
Today
R 1 868
13/12
No data
14/12
No data
15/12
R 1 228
16/12
R 1 073
17/12
R 1 159
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 073

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 073 to R 13 696 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 073, which is on 2025-12-16.

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